Apprentice Mechanical Engineer - JG Pears Newark

Lincoln College; Newark on Trent; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift license training

Probation bonus

Day release college programme

Job summary

JG Pears Newark is offering an Apprentice Mechanical Engineer position with a day-release college programme. You will gain hands-on experience in mechanical and process engineering, mentored by experienced engineers, and work on maintenance, fault finding, and project tasks.

The role includes the Apprenticeship Standard in Engineering Fitter Level 3, with a dedicated assessor and site mentor. Shift is Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, with overtime during maintenance shuts.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths are essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive/planned mechanical maintenance as part of a small team.
• Fault finding and reactive mechanical repairs.
• Undertake mechanical projects and outage works.

Skills

Analytical

Logical

Initiative

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Apprentice Mechanical Engineer - JG Pears Newark

Gain industry-recognised qualifications while earning a salary and developing hands-on experience across mechanical and process engineering. You’ll receive mentoring from experienced engineers while building problem-solving, teamwork and technical skills, with opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Working as part of a small team to carry out:

Proactive/planned mechanical maintenance

Fault finding/reactive breakdown mechanical repairs

Mechanical projects and outage works

What Training Will the Apprentice Take and What Qualification Will the Apprentice Get at the End?

The apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in the Engineering Fitter Level 3

The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor and identified a site mentor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course

This is a Day Release programme, which means you will attend College, 1 day per week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours

Course outline:

What is the Expected Career Progression After this Apprenticeship?

Qualified Mechanical Engineer at a CHP plant.

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities

• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Initiative
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE in: English and Maths (grade A*/9 – C/4) - Essential

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Other requirements

Will need to have own transport; a power plant producing steam and electricity from animal by-products; strict health and safety.

Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm. The site shuts down for full maintenance, and during these periods, weekends and overtime will be worked. Overtime is paid at 1.25.

Salary: £16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age National Minimum Wage Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Company-paid training options to gain your forklift license (age-appropriate). Bonus after 6-month probation

Salary: £17,472 to £27,758.64, depending on your age