Engineering Technician Apprentice

Getting In Limited; Mill Road; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Technician Apprentice to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves maintaining high standards in engineering workshops, executing maintenance plans, and engaging with various teams to ensure compliance with industry standards. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals while developing your skills in a supportive environment. This apprenticeship offers a blend of practical on-site experience and academic learning at Wiltshire College, setting you on a path toward a successful career in engineering. If you're eager to learn and contribute to innovative solutions in a leading company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.
• Effective communication and teamwork are crucial for success.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve housekeeping standards in engineering workshops.
• Execute planned preventative maintenance and manage repairs.
• Engage with engineering teams to ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Certification

Job description

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Engineering Technician Apprentice

Apply From: 10/05/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by WILTSHIRE COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CENTRE

Employer

DS Smith

Vacancy Description

1. Maintaining and continually improving housekeeping standards in engineering workshops, and when conducting tasks around the site
2. Development and execution of a planned preventative maintenance plan
3. Carry out reactive repair and improvement of selected equipment. Understand how and where to source spare parts and service contracts, with a view to continually improving performance while reducing costs
4. Maintain comprehensive equipment records, with details of repairs completed, root causes, and corrective actions
5. Comply with asset management performance targets set by group and site
6. Record performance to demonstrate adherence to KPIs
7. Engage with wider DS Smith engineering teams to ensure the site is fully compliant with all policies, and to stay fully informed of technical developments in the business
8. Management of maintenance & repair subcontractors

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Engineering Technician Apprentice

Employer Description

DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging worldwide, supporting recycling and papermaking operations. We play a central role in sectors including e-commerce, FMCG, and industrials. Committed to ‘Redefining Packaging for a Changing World’ and our sustainability strategy, we aim to lead the transition to a circular economy, offering innovative recycling solutions and reducing plastic use. Headquartered in London, part of the FTSE 100, operating in 34 countries with around 30,000 employees, and a partner of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.

Vacancy Location

Mill Road, Devizes SN10 3EW

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

2

Vacancy Reference Number

1000319136

Key Dates

Apply From: 10/05/2025

Closing Date For Applications: 2025-05-30 23:59:59

Possible Start Date: 2025-08-26

Training

Training to be Provided

• You will be in college 1 day per week and 4 days a week on site working with the Engineering and wider Operations Teams
• For college, you will be based at Wiltshire College

Learning Provider

WILTSHIRE COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CENTRE

Contact Details

Oliver Churchill

Skills Required

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical thinking, Team working, Initiative

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