Apprentice Service Centre Technician

Alfa Laval Corporate AB; Camberley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval is offering an exciting Level 3 apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering at their Service Centre in Camberley. You'll work closely with skilled engineers, gain hands-on experience in various engineering sectors, and receive formal education to support your career development in a globally recognized company.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance of 4X annual salary

Training and career development

Cycle to work scheme

Tech scheme benefits

Qualifications

• Strong engineering mindset required.
• Good communication and IT skills expected.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Clean equipment for service and repair using jet washing and chemical cleaning.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment using technical drawings.
• Operate cranes and handle medium to heavy-duty equipment.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

General IT skills

Education

GCSE grades A-C (4+) in English and Maths

Tools

Hand tools (imperial & metric)

Welding equipment

CNC machinery

Barcode systems

Overhead cranes

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers, and society. Together, we’re pioneering solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water, and shipping.

As we push forward, our innovative, open spirit—fueled by a 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth—also drives our personal development. While shaping a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate products in heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling. Our goal is to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of our customers across various industries worldwide. We identify their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements, mainly in energy, environment, food, and marine industries.

Who you are

You are passionate about Mechanical Engineering and problem solving. You possess excellent communication skills and work well both independently and within a team. You are punctual, respect deadlines, and take pride in your work, maintaining high standards of precision and cleanliness. You are resilient with a ‘can-do’ attitude.

About the job

This exciting opportunity allows you to work with us while completing a Level 3 apprenticeship. You will learn alongside our skilled engineers at our Service Centre, currently located on Doman Road, Camberley. Your apprenticeship will be managed by our training provider SIGTA Ltd, who will oversee your program through regular visits from your Training Officer. Day-release training will be provided by Farnborough College of Technology, where you will attend once a week for formal education to complete the Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship standard. The remaining week will be spent gaining practical experience in sectors such as machining & bench fitting, welding, electrics, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, balancing, assembly, and testing, with thorough guidance in each area.

Following this, your duties will include:

• Cleaning of equipment for service and repair, including jet washing and chemical cleaning
• Using technical drawings to assist in disassembly and re-assembly
• Handling various hand tools (imperial & metric)
• Using special tools (imperial & metric)
• Handling medium to heavy-duty equipment
• Operating overhead cranes and lifting equipment
• Understanding health and safety protocols and appropriate PPE usage
• Using welding equipment (TIG welding training provided)
• Assisting with goods in/out processes
• Using barcode systems effectively
• Operating machinery
• Manufacturing Alfa Laval parts and equipment using manual and CNC machinery

What you know

You have good general IT skills.

You have GCSE grades A-C (4+) in English and Maths.

You have a strong engineering mindset.

What we can offer

Alfa Laval UK&I offers a wide range of benefits, schemes, and initiatives, including:

• Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays
• Life assurance of 4X annual salary when in the pension scheme
• Training and career development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech scheme benefits

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. As part of the interview process, you will be asked to prove your right to work in the UK.

Closing date for applications: 26.6.25