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Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineering Apprentice - Hoveringham

Forterra Building Products Ltd

Newark and Sherwood

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GBP 18,000 - 22,000

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Job summary

A leading manufacturer is offering a 48-month apprenticeship as a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer at their Hoveringham site. The role involves hands-on training, commitment to safety, and the potential to become a fully trained engineer. Candidates are expected to have a minimum of 3 GCSEs and possess strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

  • 3 GCSEs minimum, including English and Maths.
  • Skills in problem-solving, time management, and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure efficient and safe operation of the plant using skills learned during training.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and install new equipment as needed.
  • Respond to fault reports appropriately.

Skills

Problem-solving skills
Good time management
Team player
Self-motivated
Trustworthy
Punctual and conscientious

Education

Minimum of 3 GCSEs including English and Maths at grades A*-C (9-4)

Job description

Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineering Apprentice - Hoveringham

Application deadline: 31st July 2025

Brief overview of the role

We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join us at our Hoveringham site as Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineering Apprentices. This is a fantastic opportunity, with yearly salary increases, to develop into a fully skilled engineer at one of the UK’s leading building material manufacturers.

Working week

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration: 48 months

Start date: 1st September 2025

Locations

Accrington, Desford, Hams Hall, Measham, Newbury & Whittlesey

The Role includes but is not limited to:

  • Ensuring the efficient and safe operation of the plant by applying skills learned during training
  • Performing preventative maintenance daily and installing new equipment as required
  • Responding to fault reports and acting accordingly

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Good time management
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Team player
  • Self-motivated
  • Trustworthy
  • Punctual and conscientious

Desired qualifications

A minimum of 3 GCSEs, or equivalent, including English and Maths at grades A*-C (9-4).

Prospects

Opportunity to become a fully trained Maintenance Engineer with potential support to complete HNC/D qualifications.

Additional considerations

  • Salary will be reviewed throughout the apprenticeship
  • Shift work may be required after completion of the apprenticeship
  • The first year includes residential training in Birmingham

About Forterra

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse range of concrete and clay building products used extensively in construction, including Thermalite blocks, Bison Precast, and London Brick. Our product range includes clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving, and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.

Our mission

Forterra aims to build lasting legacies by manufacturing products that support construction projects. We are committed to industry-leading safety standards and strive for zero harm in our workplaces.

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