Mechanical Apprentice: Hands-On Maintenance & Troubleshooting

CNH Industrial Group; Basildon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

CNH Industrial invites applications for a Mechanical Apprentice role within our maintenance and production teams. You will learn to install, service, diagnose, and repair assembly machinery while gaining formal training to develop into a qualified mechanical engineer or maintenance technician.

The program combines practical, on-the-job experience with structured college-based training, emphasizing safety, 5S, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Interest in mechanical engineering and manufacturing.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles.
• Good problem-solving and practical skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently once trained.
• Basic IT skills for recording maintenance activities.
• Must be able to work well in a close team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, maintenance, servicing, and repair of mechanical equipment and production machinery.
• Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities to minimise equipment downtime.
• Help diagnose mechanical faults and assist with repairs under supervision.
• Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and maintenance documentation.
• Assist in assembling, dismantling, and testing mechanical components and systems.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment safely and correctly.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete job documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
• Keep the workshop clean, organised and compliant with company housekeeping and 5S standards.
• Follow all company Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, ensuring safe working practices are maintained at all times.
• Participate fully in apprenticeship training, attending college or external training providers as required.
• Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Skills

Interest in mechanical engineering

Basic understanding of mechanical prin

Good problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Good communication and teamwork

Ability to work independently

Basic IT skills

Teamwork

Education

Enrollment in apprenticeship program

Job description

CNH Industrial invites applications for a Mechanical Apprentice role within our maintenance and production teams. You will learn to install, service, diagnose, and repair assembly machinery while gaining formal training to develop into a qualified mechanical engineer or maintenance technician.

The program combines practical, on-the-job experience with structured college-based training, emphasizing safety, 5S, and continuous improvement.