Mechatronics Apprentice: Level 3 - Hands-On Training

Mars; Melton Mowbray; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Job summary

Mars Petcare invites applications for a 4-year Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician apprenticeship, followed by a final year to complete Level 4 HTQ, totalling five years. You will gain on-the-job training, mentorship and practical experience.

You’ll be a strong team player and communicator with a genuine interest in engineering and leadership, and be willing to travel to Melton Mowbray and Loughborough College.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs Grade C/4 or above (Maths, English, Science, plus two others)
• Demonstrable interest in Engineering and Leadership
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Desire to learn
• Willing and able to travel to Melton Mowbray site and Loughborough College
• 16+ by 6 September 2027
• No more than 2 years engineering experience or higher qualifications than NVQ Level 3

Responsibilities

• Learning how to maintain our plant
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical faults
• Repair equipment
• Apply Mars quality and safety systems to ensure safety of people and products
• Work across Mechanical, Electrical and Utilities in the factory
• Demonstrate leadership and take ownership on completion of the Apprenticeship

Skills

Team player

Communication

Leadership potential

Motivation to learn

Education

NVQ Level 3 in engineering

Job description

Mars Petcare invites applications for a 4-year Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician apprenticeship, followed by a final year to complete Level 4 HTQ, totalling five years. You will gain on-the-job training, mentorship and practical experience.

You’ll be a strong team player and communicator with a genuine interest in engineering and leadership, and be willing to travel to Melton Mowbray and Loughborough College.