Apprentice Engineering Operative Level 2

MASSMOULD LIMITED

Norwich (NR7 9AL)

Closes on Sunday 12 July 2026

Posted on 7 May 2026

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Summary

Looking to work for an award-winning global organisation serving some of the largest brands in the world? AMCOR, a global leader in the Plastics Industry, are looking for Level 2  Apprentices to join their team in Norwich. Working towards a  Certificate in Engineering Operations up to level 3, are you ready to join us?

Wage

£17,244.37 a year

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In Year 2 the salary will increase in line with Union negotiated rates, and Apprentices can also work shifts. 

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4:30pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

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

  • You will spend 1 day per week in our Apprentice Academy classroom and workshop in Beccles, or at East Coast College in Lowestoft, where you will learn theoretical and practical skills. For the remaining days you will be working on site in a team practising the skills you have learned at the Academy
  • The apprenticeship program is tailored to the specific needs of our learners and our business. Learning takes place in small groups by our dedicated tutors, allowing you to learn with regular ongoing help and support
  • You will be a member of a team supporting manufacturing machinery, equipment and facilities to ensure continuous production
  • As part of the program, you will have opportunities to visit our other manufacturing sites and grow your skills and network
  • We encourage our employees to develop within the business through mentoring and other development programs and training opportunities

Where you'll work

Salhouse Road
Norwich
NR7 9AL

Training

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

Training provider

RPC CONTAINERS LIMITED

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

  • The apprentice will commence on a level 2 program as an Engineering Operative and complete units in electrical and mechanical disciplines
  • Once the requirements of level 2 have been achieved, the Apprentice has the opportunity to progress to a level 3 pathway as a Frontline Engineering or a Production Setter 
  • All theoretical and on the job training will be conducted at our Academy in Beccles, or at East Coast College in Lowestoft
  • The apprenticeship will follow national qualification standards and will be delivered in an inclusive environment by the academy, or East Coast College, who are subject to inspections by Ofsted and external verification. This standard requires the candidate to achieve BOTH of the following qualifications:
  • Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, which includes the development knowledge.  Awarding organisation, EAL GLH 750
  • Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations, which includes operational competence. Awarding organisation, EAL

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 or above)

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
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

We are committed to providing fairness in line with the Equality Act 2010 and will not discriminate any employee or job applicant, on the grounds of race, nationality or ethnic origins, gender, age, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, disability, gender reassignment.

About this employer

Amcor 

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

Company benefits

Subsidised staff canteen, Free on-site parking, Benefits package including discounts at local stores, Cycle to work scheme, Private Health Care. 

After this apprenticeship

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who have the drive and motivation to learn the skills and competencies associated with engineering technologies. The apprenticeship will allow the individuals to grow with the business and lay the foundations for potential career progression.

  • Qualified Engineering Operative, Production Setter 
  • Progression to leadership positions
  • Further formal qualifications, HNC/HND
  • Degrees, both technical and business management
  • Opportunities to work in different locations, both as travel within your role or relocation
  • Potential options to work in different engineering disciplines and projects within the business, i.e. marketing, sales etc.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MASSMOULD LIMITED

Donna Reid

donna.reid@amcor.com

01603 894800

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000030228.

Apply now

Closes on Sunday 12 July 2026