Technician Apprentice

Spirax Sarco; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Cheltenham is offering an Advanced Technician Apprenticeship, focusing on both theoretical and practical tasks across various engineering fields including Process and Product Engineering. Ideal candidates will possess 5 GCSEs and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. This apprenticeship includes competitive benefits such as 27 days holiday, private medical insurance, and flexible working options.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus Wellbeing day

Private medical insurance

Bonus scheme

Enhanced pension plan

On-site gym

Flexible working

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including Maths, English and Science.
• Demonstrable interest in developing a career within Engineering.
• Recent job or relevant work experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Observe the agreed conditions of the training agreement.
• Attend training and perform tasks as directed.
• Keep an updated training record.
• Adhere to Company policy and Health and Safety procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated & proactive

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above

Job description

Overview

Our Advanced Technician Apprenticeship includes theoretical and practical tasks. Placements include Process Engineering, Product Engineering, EHS, and Machining with long‑term focus toward a specific engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Observe the agreed conditions of the relevant learning agreement
• Attend training and perform tasks as directed
• Undertake training and assessments required under the training plan
• Work towards achieving the competencies of the training plan
• Keep an updated training record to demonstrate achievements
• Behave in a courteous and professional manner
• Adhere to Company policy inc. Health and Safety procedures
• Comply with external training providers code of conduct

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4 (C) or above to include Maths, English and Science
• Excellent communication skills
• Self‑motivated & proactive
• Ability to work independently & as part of a team
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Recent job or relevant work experience would be advantageous
• Demonstrable interest in developing a career within Engineering

About Spirax Group

The Steam Thermal Solutions business is one of three businesses within Spirax Group. Spirax Sarco and Gestra, are our two brands that form Steam Thermal Solutions and are global leaders in the supply of engineered solutions for the design, provision and maintenance of efficient industrial and commercial steam systems. Steam Thermal Solutions has global coverage across 67 operating units (called OpCos), organised into four Divisions: EMEA, APAC, Americas, Gestra. Spirax Group is a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi‑national industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies. Our Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus Wellbeing day, private medical insurance, bonus scheme, shares, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, on‑site gym, free on‑site parking, salary sacrifice schemes for Technology and Electric Vehicles, flexible working, 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan and access to a personal discounts’ portal.

Inclusion & Equality

Everyone is Included at Spirax Group. We are passionate about creating inclusive and equitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We support flexible working and have additional benefits through our Group Inclusion Commitments, including gender‑neutral parental leave, 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave, and menopause‑friendly workplace principles.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form or notify our recruitment partners.