Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Apprentice
RHAMES LTD
Nottingham (NG15 0DX)
Closes on Tuesday 23 June 2026
Posted on 27 April 2026
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Summary
Due to our expanding team, we are looking for an enthusiastic candidate to join us at our business in Nottingham as a Mechanical Engineer Apprentice. During the apprenticeship, your aim will be to work towards being fully competent in maximising the efficiency of the machinery, including maintenance, testing and installation.
- Wage
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£16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 7.00am – 3.30pm, 1/2hr unpaid lunch.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 7 July 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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
- Assist with mechanical installations for the sludge process, including maintenance of centrifuge, drum thickener & bell press maintenance
- Assist with regular testing and maintenance of machinery
- Maintain a safe working environment
- Resolve problems in a timely manner
Where you'll work
9 B Osier Drive
Sherwood Business Park Annesley
Nottingham
NG15 0DX
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://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/maintenance-and-operations-engineering-technician-v1-2
- 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 The Highfield site and facilities are being created to enrich the student's 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:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
About this employer
Working for rhames means you will become a valued member of a proactive, forward thinking organisation who care for their team. The Company believes passionately in encouraging its staff to work towards achieving their career aspirations. Our strength is in our flexibility and we supply our customers with an engineering solution to their challenges. We provide contract manufacturing services incorporating in-house design and bespoke manufacturing. rhames work with a full range of metal and alloy products ranging from small precision components to large complex industrial fabrications. We operate from a 20,000sq/ft industrial building which is well equipped with all the modern production equipment required. We pride ourselves on the diversity of our services, equipment and expertise. We are able to deliver entire projects in-house, working with our clients from initial consultation through to manufacturing, inspecting and delivery.
After this apprenticeship
Potential opportunity for a full-time role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship as a Mechanical Engineer.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000028043.
Apply now
Closes on Tuesday 23 June 2026