Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Apprentice

TRACEY CONCRETE STANTON LTD

ILKESTON (DE7 4QW)

Closes in 30 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 29 April 2026

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Summary

Tracey Concrete, a long‑established leader in precast and ready‑mix concrete manufacturing across the UK and Ireland, is seeking a motivated Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Apprentice to join its growing team.

Wage

£12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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The apprenticeship wage is £8.00p/h

Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 10.00am - 4.00pm with a 30 min lunch.

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 10 August 2026

Duration

3 years

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

About the Role:

  • As a Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Apprentice at Tracey Concrete, you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our manufacturing operations running smoothly. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to maintain, repair, and improve our machinery and equipment
  • This apprenticeship is designed to give you hands-on experience, technical knowledge, and valuable skills to build a successful career in engineering

Key Responsibilities:

Equipment Maintenance:

Perform routine checks and scheduled maintenance on machinery to ensure everything runs efficiently and safely

Repairs:

Diagnose and repair mechanical or electrical faults, minimising downtime and ensuring production targets are met

Installation:

Assist in installing new equipment and ensuring it is set up correctly and operates efficiently

Troubleshooting:

Identify and resolve issues in production equipment quickly to prevent disruptions

Health & Safety:

Follow all health and safety procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and others

Learning & Development:

Take part in training and development opportunities, gaining new skills and knowledge to support your role and career growth
 

Where you'll work

LITTLEWELL LANE
STANTON BY DALE
ILKESTON
DE7 4QW

Training

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

Training provider

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

Level 3 Maintenance and operations engineering technician Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required 
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0154-v1-6

·          Embedded qualification to ensure all knowledge is provided (Diploma in Engineering Technology)

Training will be delivered one day per week, term time, and is based at our Engineering and Electrical Centre – Ruddington. The facilities are in creation to enrich the student experience, developing them with the necessary skills using industry recognised equipment to ensure the apprentice receives training closely matched to the employer’s and Industry

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English, maths & a science subject (grade 4-9)

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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About this employer

Tracey Concrete is a long‑established and reputable manufacturer of precast and ready‑mix concrete products, serving customers throughout the UK and Ireland. Founded in 1979, the company has grown from its early beginnings as a family‑run contracting and readymix business into one of the leading suppliers of precast drainage, tunnelling, agricultural, and infrastructure products in the region. With modern, computerised batching systems, advanced manufacturing processes, and an experienced workforce, Tracey Concrete consistently delivers high‑quality, British‑Standard‑certified products. Their in‑house quality team rigorously tests materials and finished goods to ensure reliability, performance, and compliance across all product lines.

As an employer, Tracey Concrete offers diverse roles across manufacturing, engineering, project management, operations, and safety, supported by strong leadership and ongoing investment in skills and technology. The company is recognised for its supportive culture, opportunities for progression, and its contribution to shaping essential infrastructure across the UK and Ireland.

Company benefits

  • Holiday Entitlement (Min 20 days + 8 bank holidays or 28 days)
  • Employee benefits + parking 

After this apprenticeship

  • Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship

 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029119.

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Closes in 30 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)