Mechanical Apprentice

HOLCIM UK LIMITED

Stoke on Trent (ST10 3EQ)

Closes on Saturday 1 August 2026

Posted on 11 December 2025

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Summary

You’ll spend most of your time on site, working alongside experienced engineers and technicians who want to see you succeed. They will show you how our equipment works, how to maintain it and how to fix issues when they happen, but your curiosity and willingness to get involved will be what helps you grow quickly.

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

3

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

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys practical work, problem solving and understanding how machinery and mechanical systems work.

 

You’ll spend most of your time on site, working alongside experienced engineers and technicians who want to see you succeed. They will show you how our equipment works, how to maintain it and how to fix issues when they happen, but your curiosity and willingness to get involved will be what helps you grow quickly.
You will gain real industry experience, a recognised qualification and the chance to build a long term career in a growing and innovative sector.
You’ll learn how to work safely in an engineering environment, follow planned maintenance routines and support with fixing breakdowns when they occur.
You will get hands on experience inspecting mechanical systems, carrying out preventative maintenance and support with fixing mechanical breakdowns when they happen.

Where you'll work

Cauldon Quarry
Yelsway Lane
Waterhouses
Stoke on Trent
ST10 3EQ

Training

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

Training provider

THE JCB ACADEMY

Training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Other requirements

You will enjoy working in a practical environment and have a keen interest in how machines and mechanical systems work. 
You are naturally curious and like asking questions so you can learn and improve. You notice small details that others might miss, and that skill will help you succeed when inspecting equipment and supporting maintenance tasks.
You feel confident following clear processes and instructions, especially when it comes to safety, and you understand the importance of keeping yourself and others safe at work.
Most importantly, you are motivated, eager to learn and ready to build a long term career in engineering.

About this employer

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

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After this apprenticeship

Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE JCB ACADEMY

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000004849.

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Closes on Saturday 1 August 2026

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