Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

INTERNATIONAL TISSUE COMPANY LIMITED

Blackburn (BB2 2QU)

Closes on Friday 24 April 2026

Posted on 27 February 2026

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Summary

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our Engineering Apprenticeship programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience and technical knowledge in both mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines. 

Wage

£14,722.50 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Between 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday .

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

1 year

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Assist qualified engineers in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems
  • Carry out routine inspections and testing of equipment and machinery
  • Participate in fault-finding and diagnostics activities
  • Support project work, including design, planning, and implementation of engineering solutions
  • Follow health and safety guidelines and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment
  • Document work undertaken, maintain records, and complete apprenticeship coursework and assessments
  • Attend training sessions and complete relevant qualifications as part of the apprenticeship framework

Where you'll work

Witton Mill
Stancliffe Street
Blackburn
BB2 2QU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

BLACKBURN COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

The training will be through Blackburn College, and it is a day release, so you would be required to attend college one day per week. 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English Language (grade 4)
  • English Literature (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Science (grade 4)

BTEC in:

Engineering (grade Pass)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

International Tissue Company is a family owned, UK based company, that manufacturs, supplies and distributes professional hygiene paper products for the away-from-home market, consumer market and private label market.

https://internationaltissues.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Gain recognised qualifications
  • Receive mentoring and support from experienced professionals
  • Access to employee benefits such as holiday entitlement and pension scheme

After this apprenticeship

Opportunities for progression and permanent employment upon completion.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BLACKBURN COLLEGE

Apprenticeship Team

apprenticeships@blackburn.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018298.

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Closes on Friday 24 April 2026