Engineering Apprenticeship

Morrisons; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites you to engineer your future with a 4-year apprenticeship scheme in manufacturing. This program offers a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining invaluable skills in mechanical and electrical engineering maintenance. With a strong focus on food safety and compliance, you'll receive hands-on training and support from expert engineers. Enjoy competitive salary packages, career progression, and a collaborative team environment. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to grow, this apprenticeship is your gateway to a rewarding career.

Benefits

Six weeks holiday

15% store discount

10% discount card for a friend

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised staff canteen

Free parking

Market-leading pension

Healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Passion for engineering and a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to stay away from home for up to 20 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
• Learning about electrical and mechanical systems.
• Conducting preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Food safety knowledge

Education

Level 5 in Maths

Level 4 in English

Level 4 in Science

L3 Diploma in Food and Drink Maintenance Engineering

Job description

Engineer your future with Myton - Manufacturing for Morrisons! Applications now open for our 2025 cohort starting on 4th August 2025.

We’ve got the perfect recipe for success! Join our Engineering Apprenticeship at Myton Horticulture and embark on a journey of learning, growth and innovation. You’ll earn whilst you learn and get your qualifications at no cost to you, gaining great skills and experience along the way. All we need from you is a desire to learn and a passion for engineering.

For the last 8 years, we have continued to recruit and invest in our Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme, recruiting a total of 129 candidates who are either on their journey to becoming Multi Skilled Engineers or have successfully completed their course and are working in one of our 17 Manufacturing sites.

Your daily tasks will include:

• Troubleshooting and repairing equipment
• Learning about electrical and mechanical systems
• Assisting in equipment installation and upgrades
• Participating in continuous improvements
• Conducting preventative maintenance tasks

By the end of your apprenticeship, you will:

• Be trained in both mechanical and electrical engineering maintenance
• Have completed a L3 Diploma in Food and Drink Maintenance Engineering - OAL
• Have strong knowledge of food safety, compliance, and processing

About you

To be considered for our engineering apprenticeship, you must:

• Be aged 18 or over (at the start of the scheme)
• Have achieved a minimum of level 5 (Grade B) in Maths and Level 4 (Grade C) in English and Science
• Be able to stay away from home for up to 20 weeks at a time

You’ll have a passion for engineering and a strong desire to learn; problem-solving skills with a can-do attitude that will get you far in our sites, with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in.

This is a 4-year apprenticeship scheme that includes residential block release (up to 20 weeks away from home at any time) for studies and exams. Our apprentice scheme offers a very competitive salary and benefits packages. You will also receive ongoing development and support through our mentoring and buddy system, providing you with the tools to succeed and grow with our business.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 20th May, and if progressed, the assessment day will be held on Tuesday 27th May.

Why you’ll love it here:

• Learn from the best in the business, with one-on-one guidance from our current expert engineers and managers
• Join a diverse and collaborative team that loves what they do
• Earn whilst you learn, gaining invaluable skills and knowledge while earning a competitive salary

In return for your hard work, we offer:

• Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays)
• 15% discount in our stores from day one
• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Market-leading pension and life assurance
• Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP

About us

You’ll find a warm welcome at Myton Food Group, part of our business that handles manufacturing while maintaining strong ties with Morrisons Supermarkets. We’re proud of our legacy—being British farming’s biggest single direct customer, sourcing from valued suppliers, and committed to quality. With 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, we pack and process fresh meats and fish, pies, fruits and vegetables, flowers, bread, and more. We stand out in food manufacturing, especially for our teamwork and partnerships across the supply chain. Learn more at our website.