Apprentice workshop Engineer (Haydock)

Gibson's Garden Machinery Ltd; Colne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training plan

Competitive pay rate

Career progression opportunities

Friendly team environment

Job summary

A leading groundscare supplier is seeking an Apprentice Workshop Engineer in Colne. This role offers hands-on training and the opportunity to work towards an NVQ Level 3 qualification. Candidates should have a genuine interest in machinery and be ready to learn. Successful apprentices will enjoy a competitive pay rate and long-term career progression. This is a great chance to start an engineering career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Eager to learn and take pride in progress
• No prior experience required

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, repair, and maintain groundscare machinery
• Work alongside experienced service engineers
• Gain hands-on experience with workshop tools and diagnostic systems

Skills

Interest in machinery

Practical, hands-on work

Problem-solving mindset

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Full-Time, Apprenticeship | Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

Start your engineering career with GGM Group – training, support, and a future that grows with you.

GGM Group Ltd is a leading supplier to the groundscare industry, delivering high-quality professional machinery and top-class aftersales support across the North West and Yorkshire. We’re proud of our expert team, and now we’re offering the chance for a motivated individual to kickstart their career with us as an Apprentice Workshop Engineer at our Colne depot.

What’s the role?
As an Apprentice, you’ll be a key part of our busy and skilled workshop team. You’ll work alongside experienced service engineers, gaining hands-on experience with professional groundscare machinery. You’ll learn how to inspect, service, repair, and maintain a wide variety of equipment, using workshop tools and diagnostic systems, all while working towards a nationally recognised NVQ Level 3 Land-Based Service Engineering qualification.

What we’re looking for:
We’re not expecting you to have experience, that’s what we’ll help you build, but we are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in machinery, mechanics or engineering
• Enjoys practical, hands-on work
• Is eager to learn and take pride in their progress
• Has a good attitude, attention to detail, and a problem-solving mindset
• Works well in a team and communicates clearly

What you’ll get:

• A structured training plan with support from experienced engineers and your dedicated training provider
• A competitive apprentice pay rate with regular reviews
• A full-time role: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm (staying within young worker weekly hour limits)
• Long-term career progression opportunities within GGM Group for those who apply themselves and show commitment
• A friendly, supportive team environment and real responsibility from day one

Ready to build a career in engineering?
Join a business that invests in your future and take the first step in a hands-on, rewarding trade. Apply now to start your journey with GGM Group.

Gibsons Garden Machinery Ltd is a Living Wage Employer

Please send application to: Diane Cowell,HR Advisor, GGM Ltd, Regent House, Regent Street, Whitewalls Industrial Estate, Colne, BB8 8LJ
Alternatively please email: [e-mail]

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