Service Technician Trainee Apprentice - Elmdale Welding & Engineering Supplies Ltd

Apprenticeships; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering supplies company in Stowmarket is seeking a Service Technician Trainee Apprentice. This entry-level role focuses on scheduled maintenance, compliance inspections, and basic repairs. Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English and a full UK Driver’s License. The apprenticeship offers practical training with opportunities to progress into welding, electronics, and robotics. Salary is £16,380 per year, with a potential for a full-time position post-apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of scheduled planned maintenance.
• Conduct CP47 and CP7 inspections for compliance with safety standards.
• Perform LEV tests to meet health and safety requirements.
• Complete basic mechanical and electrical repairs under supervision.
• Record all activities and findings.
• Prepare tools and parts for scheduled visits.
• Support stock checks and restocking.

Skills

Logical

Initiative

Education

GCSEs grade 5-9A/C in Maths and English

Job description

Service Technician Trainee Apprentice - Elmdale Welding & Engineering Supplies Ltd

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28th July 2025

Distributor of welding, engineering and industrial products. Service, maintenance and support for equipment we supply.

We are distributors of welding, engineering and industrial products. We offer service, maintenance and support for equipment we supply.

The Trainee Service Technician supports the Elmdale Service Department’s goal of delivering expert, high-quality technical support for welding and associated equipment. This entry-level position is designed for individuals with a practical mechanical and preferably electrical background, focused on planned maintenance, basic repairs, and regulatory compliance checks.

• Assist in the delivery of scheduled planned maintenance, including annual servicing and equipment calibration.
• Conduct or assist with CP47 and CP7 inspections for compliance with industry safety standards.
• Perform LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) tests, ensuring systems meet regulatory health and safety requirements.
• Complete basic mechanical and electrical repairs under supervision or following standard protocols.
• Record all activities and findings using designated systems and process
• Ensure tools, spare parts, and consumables are prepared prior to scheduled visits.
• Support stock checks and restocking for fieldwork efficiency.

Entry requirements

GCSEs grade 5-9A/C in Maths and English.
Full UK Driver’s License required.

Skills required

• Logical
• Initiative

Training to be provided

The learner will be studying the Mechatronics MaintenanceLevel 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Day release to West Suffolk College.

Things to consider

The role will be carried out either in our workshop, or on customers premises. There are good opportunities to develop with in the company and industry and we would be keen to upskill and progress the role, which could extend into welding electronics and robotics.

We would certainly be looking to extend to a full time position if we were to consider the apprenticeship to have been successful. Long-Term (5+ years)

Closing Date

The closing date for this job offer is on 14/08/2025

£ 16380 per year

Location

This job is located inStowmarket, Suffolk

West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.