Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

Summary

Year 1 of the apprenticeship will be based full time at the Stocksbridge training centre. As part of your training, you will complete a number of placements within different departments, gain lots of practical experience, have the opportunity to work with different people and learn how Marcegaglia operates.

Wage

£14,722.50 to £23,809.50, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Hours

First year at the Training centre will be Monday to Friday and then from yeartwo onwards you will move to a shift pattern with details to be confirmed.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

2

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

The apprentice will be required to:

Understand and become competent in using various health, safety, and environmental systems in place, to comply with internal and external requirements
Progress knowledge learnt from college studies to advance from simple fault resolution to work on complex systems
Use a variety of tools to work on hydraulic, pneumatic systems that control and move quantities of molten stainless steel
Learn basic knowledge on overhead cranes, gearboxes, cable systems, conveyor systems, fans, belts of large heavy industrial size
Learn and develop mechanical principles, working, forming, cutting and joining to ensure production continuity
Develop an understanding of the role and importance of the Engineering department within the organisation, and its relationship with customers and their requirements
Develop an understanding of the operation of the plant and the production processes within the organisation, and the role of the Engineering department in developing new and existing processes
Contribute to the continuous improvement process within the Engineering department and the wider organisation
Undertake in-house workshops and seminars
Use computer systems effectively to record Engineering activities as required
Work within the Engineering department as directed to build knowledge and experience of modern planned maintenance techniques, fault diagnosis/repair, fault analysis and corrective project and development work.
Any other duties as reasonably requested

Where you'll work

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

Stevenson Road, Sheffield, S9 3XG
EUROPA LINK, SHEFFIELD, S9 1TZ

Training

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

College or training organisation

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

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Your training plan

Year one will be based full time at Stocksbridge Training Centre.

Year two onwards will be day release at the Advanced Training Centre - Olive Grove Road, Sheffield.

More training information

Please ensure you have a sustainable means of getting to Stocksbridge for the first year of training.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English, Maths and Science (grade 9-4/A-C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness

Other requirements

Please ensure you have a sustainable means of getting to Stocksbridge for the first year of training.

About this company

Marcegaglia Long Products is a global producer of high quality stainless steel long products. We are known for our ability to offer high quality and reliable products in a wide range of grades, shapes and sizes. Our stainless steel is sustainable material with over 90% recycled content. Products are melted in Europe with energy sources and raw materials that provide our customers a lower than industry average carbon footprint. The Long Products businesses are known for the invention of stainless steel as well as being the first in the world to roll stainless steel wire rod in Fagersta, Sweden. Our offering includes Prodec® bar that stands for highly improved machinable bars. Our long legacy gives a proven track record of our technical expertise that customers benefit when dealing with us.

https://www.sheffield.marcegaglia.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Opportunities for career progression Quarterly bonus Westfield Health Healthcare scheme Pension

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there may be the opportunity of a full time permanent position.

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