Apprentice Engineer

Konecranes; England; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global material handling company is offering an engineering apprenticeship in the UK, starting at £17,968.08. You will join a friendly and skilled team to maintain cranes while achieving industry qualifications. The role offers a pathway to a permanent position as a Service Technician after completion. Ideal candidates are 17+, with 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science, and are prepared to travel for college training. Applications close on January 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years old on the first day of the apprenticeship.
• Ability to travel to designated college (up to an hour away).
• Pass driving test (manual) by end of the first year.

Responsibilities

• Attend local college or training provider for full-time off-the-job training.
• Participate in day release college attendance in later years.
• Learn maintenance for electrical and mechanical plant equipment.

Skills

Ability to climb ladders

IT skills

Adaptability

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Minimum 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and a Science

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacturing

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance

Job description

Work that matters.

Starting salary 17968.08

Do you have a head for heights? Does the idea of maintaining seriously large cranes give you a thrill

Joining a friendly inclusive and highly skilled team you will learn how to maintain repair service and upgrade our customers overhead gantry cranes. This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your engineering career with great prospects working for a global company and market leader in our industry.

On completing your apprenticeship you will secure a full-time permanent position as a Service Technician here at Konecranes.

100% of our UK Apprentices have gained permanent employment in Konecranes after they have completed our Apprentice Programme many of which continue to have long and rewarding careers at a variety of senior and global levels.

On the completion of your apprenticeship you will have achieved

• Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacturing
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance

What will you be doing

• Year 1 full time attendance at a local college or training provider (off the job training)
• Year 2 and 3 day release attendance at college (on the job training with additional training at our Banbury Centre).

What will you learn

• First principles relating to the operation and maintenance of appropriate electrical and mechanical plant equipment such as motors switchgear cables & conductors pumps valves gearboxes pipework integrated electromechanical power and control systems.
• Relevant industry health and safety standards regulations and environmental and regulatory requirements
• Planned unplanned and preventative maintenance and operational practices processes and procedures covering a range of plant and equipment.
• The relevant engineering including electrical theories and principles relative to the role of a Service Technician
• Or equivalent qualifications depending on the course the college provides.

Qualifications : Entry requirements

• Minimum 17 years old entry age on the first day of your apprenticeship 24th August 2026
• A minimum of 5 GCSEs and have Grade4 / C (or equivalent) or above including the following subjects Maths English and a Science
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights.
• You must be able to travel to a designated college in your area this can be up to an hour away.
• You must live local / within commuting distance (30 miles) of the Branch location.
• IT skills
• By the end of the first year of your apprenticeship you must have passed your driving test (manual test)

Additional Information

Closing date for applications 31st January 2026.

Depending on the volume of applications the closing date may change.

Konecranes moves what matters . We are a global leader in material handling solutions serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most because we know we can always find a safer more productive and sustainable way. Thats why with 16 000 professionals in over 50 countries we are trusted every day to lift handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

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