Apprentice Engineer

Bertelsmann-Jobs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life assurance policy (4x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Benefit Hub discount

Free Parking

Job summary

Arvato is seeking an Apprentice Site Engineer to join the engineering and maintenance team at UK sites. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced warehouse and automation environment, supporting reactive repairs, preventative maintenance, fault finding and equipment inspections while pursuing an apprenticeship.

You will learn across mechanical, electrical and automation systems and complete your apprenticeship programme with on-the-job training and formal learning, travelling between UK

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of mechanical or electrical engineering concepts.
• Proactive learner with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Interest in automation, conveyors and warehouse technologies.
• Good communication and teamwork; can follow instructions and escalate when needed.
• Comfort using Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commitment to safe working practices, 5S and housekeeping.
• Willingness to travel between UK sites.

Responsibilities

• Support experienced engineers with reactive repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with equipment inspections and fault diagnosis.
• Build hands-on skills in automation, conveyors and AutoStore.
• Complete maintenance documentation and ticketing accurately.
• Work safely and collaboratively with operations teams and vendors.
• Contribute to improvements in equipment reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical basics

Teamwork

Job description

Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries.

You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Job Description

Location: UK-based, with travel between sites as required

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Site Engineer to join our engineering and maintenance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their engineering career who wants to develop practical technical skills in a fast-paced warehouse and automation environment. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain hands-on experience supporting reactive repairs, preventative maintenance, fault finding and equipment inspections.

You will combine on-the-job experience with formal learning to develop your knowledge across mechanical, electrical and automation systems while working towards completing your apprenticeship programme.

• Support experienced engineers with reactive repairs, preventative maintenance, equipment inspections and fault diagnosis.
• Develop your technical skills through hands-on training, formal learning and completion of apprenticeship requirements.
• Build your knowledge of automation, conveyor, AutoStore and warehouse technologies.
• Support equipment availability and reliability to help maintain effective warehouse operations.
• Accurately complete maintenance documentation, job sheets and ticketing systems.
• Follow all Health & Safety requirements, company policies and 5S standards, identifying and reporting hazards or unsafe conditions.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, operations teams and vendors, providing a professional and helpful service.
• Contribute to improvements in equipment reliability, maintenance processes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• A basic understanding of mechanical and/or electrical engineering principles, with an interest in developing your technical knowledge.
• A proactive approach to learning, with good problem‑solving skills and the ability to apply new knowledge in a practical environment.
• An interest in automation, conveyors, AutoStore and warehouse technologies.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to follow instructions, take responsibility and know when to elevate concerns.
• Confidence using computers and Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• A strong commitment to safe working practices, 5S and maintaining high housekeeping standards.
• A professional and helpful approach, with an understanding of how equipment reliability and downtime impact warehouse performance.
• A willingness to travel between UK sites when required.

Additional Information

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days
• A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary
• Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you
• Employee Discount Scheme through Benefit Hub
• Free Parking

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