Apprentice Maintenance Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals for their Apprentice Maintenance Engineer program in Newport. This comprehensive 4-year apprenticeship combines structured learning with hands-on mentoring, providing a unique opportunity to develop skills in maintenance engineering. Candidates will attend college during the first year and transition to full-time work, gaining valuable experience alongside skilled engineers. With a commitment to personal and professional development, this role promises a pathway to a rewarding career in engineering, complete with competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Training and development opportunities

Company uniform

Free onsite parking

Health care cash plan

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount on products

Share purchase scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age required.
• Strong interest in engineering and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured 4-year apprenticeship program.
• Gain practical experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Interest in engineering

Education

4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or equivalent

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Client:

Marshalls PLC

Location:

Newport, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Apprentice Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £18,346 + Benefits (Increasing annually)
Site Location: Marshalls, Eastern Dry Dock, Corporation Road, Newport, NP19 4RE
College Location: Newport & District Group Training Association, Lakeside Court, Llantarnam Park Way, 5a, Cwmbran, NP44 3XS

Marshalls plc is the UK’s leading hard landscaping, building and roofing products supplier and has supplied some of the most prestigious landmarks in the UK since the 1890s. We’ve held a Superbrand status since 2010, and we’re a successful FTSE 250! Every step we take and every product we make, is geared towards making the world around us a better place to live.

Our engineering experts are the powerhouses that keep our machines running smoothly. The teams specialise in maintenance, machining, fitting and installation and electrical and software development. We’re committed to implementing best practices in care and maintenance, driven by the creation of innovative technical solutions.

We’re committed to the ongoing personal and professional development of our colleagues and we’re now recruiting for an Apprentice Maintenance Engineer to join our site engineering team at Newport.

Click here for more info on our Engineering Apprenticeship Programme!

So, what’s the role about?
We are looking for our 2025 intake of Engineering Apprentices to shape the future of our Engineering function at Marshalls.

This comprehensive 4-year apprenticeship offers a structured learning experience, delivered in partnership with Newport & District Group Training Association, and complemented by hands-on mentoring on our manufacturing site. You'll follow a personalised training plan, supported by both your dedicated mentor and your manager, gaining valuable practical experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll get to work alongside our skilled engineering team with the ultimate goal of becoming a highly skilled Maintenance Engineer.

Your first year will be spent attending college five days per week at the Newport & District Group Training Association. From Year 2 onwards, you'll transition to full-time, on-site work at our Newport facility. Therefore, you must be able to reliably commute between the Newport & District Group Training Association and our Newport site.

Ready to apply? Here's what you'll need:

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• Minimum education of 4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or equivalent, including Mathematics, English and Science
• You’ll need a strong work ethic and a keen interest in the world of engineering and manufacturing
• The ability to work in a team as well as on your own
• It would be beneficial if you had your own method of transport due to the location of the site
  

In return, we will provide you with full support along your 4-year Apprentice journey, progressing you towards becoming a fully qualified Maintenance Engineer with a permanent job following a successful apprenticeship.

Benefits include:

• 26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Training and development opportunities
• Company uniform
• Free onsite parking
• Health care cash plan – support with Dental, Optical, Prescription costs, and many more!
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay and leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount on Marshalls’ products
• Share purchase scheme (Minimum age of 18 required for this benefit)
• Life assurance
  

Equal Opportunities Whoever you are and whatever your background, you’ll find a fair and supportive workplace. You’re unique and we want you to bring every part of who you are to work, every day. We’re committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral, or ethical necessity – it’s the right thing to do! We want our team to reflect the diverse nature of society and the communities we serve. Marshalls is a workplace where you’re valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself!

More about Marshalls. Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Marshalls Landscape Products, Marshalls Building Products, and Marley Roofing Products. To find out more about Marshalls please visit our website: www.marshalls.co.uk

Links we’ve shared above:

https://www.marshalls.co.uk/careers/apprenticeships/engineering-apprenticeship-programme

Application Timeline:

• Closing Date: Applications must be received by Tuesday, 6th May 2025.
• Telephone Interviews: Successful applicants will be contacted for a telephone interview during May 2025.
• On-Site Interviews: If successful in the telephone interview stage, you will be invited for an on-site interview in either June or July 2025.
• Offer of Employment: Successful candidates will receive an offer of employment by the end of July 2025, with a planned start date in September 2025.