Engineering Apprentice

Nestlé; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food manufacturer is offering an Engineering Apprenticeship in York, starting on August 3rd, 2026. Over four years, participants will gain hands-on experience in complex manufacturing processes, receive mentorship from expert engineers, and develop skills in innovative problem-solving and effective communication. Ideal candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements, including relevant education and residency in the UK.

Benefits

Inclusive culture

Comprehensive benefits

Potential relocation support (£2,000)

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Applicants must have lived in the UK for 3 years before the start date.
• Candidates must be 18 by 1st August 2026.

Responsibilities

• Join engineering apprenticeship, gaining hands-on experience.
• Engage in rotational roles across engineering operations.
• Collaborate with experienced mentors for personal growth.

Skills

Hands-on engineering experience

Innovative problem-solving

Agility and adaptability

Effective technical communication

Continuous industry insight

Education

Maths and English Language GCSEs (or equivalent)

Job description

Start date: Monday 3rd August 2026

Scheme duration: 4 years

Salary: Site specific

Location: York Factory

Work Pattern: Full time, factory based (shifts will vary depending on site location)

What will you do?

Join our Engineering Apprenticeship scheme and begin an exciting journey towards a rewarding career with the world’s largest food and drink manufacturer. Over the course of four years you will receive guidance from expert engineers and mentors, immersing yourself in the engineering processes that support our global operations.

You’ll gain insights into the workings of complex manufacturing and process equipment, learning how to diagnose and resolve issues while ensuring the entire operation runs smoothly. Working in a fast‑paced, live environment will empower you to make decisions and gain hands‑on experience with some of the most sophisticated equipment in food and drink manufacturing.

Step into our vibrant, multi‑sensory factory environment where you will drive innovation through your creativity every day. Join our team and take the first step towards a fulfilling engineering career!

What makes this scheme exciting?

• Hands‑on engineering experience: take on genuine responsibilities that directly contribute to the design, development, and optimisation of engineering processes.
• Diverse engineering exposure: varied roles across different aspects of engineering operations provide new challenges each day, building a comprehensive understanding of projects and technical problem‑solving.
• Mentorship opportunities: benefit from the knowledge within our experienced engineering team, fueling personal and professional growth.
• Collaborative networking: the rotational nature of the scheme provides exposure to leaders in engineering, cultivating a broad understanding of functions and building a supportive network.
• Career advancement: we support your development throughout the scheme, backed by extensive engineering resources and expertise.

What will you learn?

• Engineering fundamentals: navigate a changing environment where your decisions impact product design, process efficiency and safety standards.
• Innovative problem‑solving: apply skills to address real‑time challenges and implement creative solutions for sustainable success.
• Agility and adaptability: collaborate across teams and adapt to various engineering methodologies through role rotations.
• Effective technical communication: balance cross‑functional needs, enhancing interpersonal skills and building your professional brand.
• Continuous industry insight: gain experience of emerging trends and external factors influencing engineering practices.

Taking time out from the factory floor, you’ll get a taste of student life when you attend residential learning modules on block release at North West Training Council (NWTC) in Liverpool. Here you’ll meet other apprentices from around the country for professional networking.

You can learn more about the apprenticeship journey by reviewing the apprenticeship standard: Food and drink maintenance engineer / Skills England. The programme may change ahead of your 2026 start date.

Our commitment to you…

• Inclusive culture: join a variety of employee‑run networks.
• Comprehensive benefits and pastoral support.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Potential relocation support (£2,000).
• Prayer rooms.
• Various rewards and recognition opportunities.

* Availability dependent upon site.

Eligibility requirements

• Right to work in the UK, not time‑limited and no need for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship at the start or completion of the scheme.
• Lived in the UK for 3 years prior to the start date.
• Maths and English Language GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9‑4 (A*–C if taken before 2017). Level 2 maths functional skills is not eligible.
• Be 18 by 1st August 2026.

The recruitment journey

After you click “apply” you’ll answer eligibility questions. If qualified, you’ll be invited to complete an online assessment, which you can practice here. We do not require a CV; instead, upload relevant qualifications.

If selected, you will be notified for an assessment day in February, March or April 2026. Please be patient during the process.

Adjustments

We recognise each candidate’s unique needs and are committed to an inclusive application process. Discuss any specific requirements or adjustments you may need.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect—for employees, customers and consumers. We champion diversity and inclusion so everyone can be their best. We are committed to equal opportunity for all and may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during the registration process.