Trainee Engineer

SCS Technologies; New Gate; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK engineering firm is seeking a motivated Trainee Engineer to join their expanding team. This entry-level role offers full training, hands-on experience, and clear progression into a fully qualified Engineer position. Responsibilities include assisting on installation work and learning to handle tasks independently while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates must have basic IT knowledge, a UK driving licence, and a strong willingness to learn. The position offers an OTE of £30,000 per annum, along with holidays, pension, and sick pay benefits.

Benefits

20 days holidays plus bank holidays

Auto-enrolment pension

Sick pay after 1 year

Qualifications

• Basic IT knowledge is essential.
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 1 year is required.
• An awareness of health & safety practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Engineer on installation work.
• Learn to undertake work independently.
• Complete documentation as requested by the lead engineer.
• Be aware of health & safety risks.

Skills

Basic IT knowledge

Good practical ability

Confidence using basic hand tools

Willingness to learn new skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated Trainee Engineer to join their expanding engineering team, offering full training, hands‑on experience and clear progression into a fully qualified Engineer role.

Trainee Engineer – Preston, PR26

• Monday – Friday (8:30am – 5pm)
• Permanent position
• OTE £30,000 per annum, including overtime

Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.

Our client is a well‑established UK business with over 30 years' experience delivering installation, maintenance and technical services to both private and public sector organisations nationwide. Known for investing in their people, they offer long‑term stability, training and genuine career development opportunities.

The Role

This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for someone with basic IT knowledge, practical ability and a strong willingness to learn. The role is field‑based and will involve UK travel, with occasional overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting the Lead Engineer on installation work as issued by the Project Manager
• Proactively learning quickly how to undertake work for your lead engineer and eventually installation and service calls on your own
• Using your IT knowledge to learn how to take on work on your own.
• Being aware of health & safety risks in and around your work area for yourself and others
• Completing documentation as required and requested by the lead engineer

The Ideal Candidate

This role would suit someone practical, reliable and keen to build a long‑term career in engineering.

• Basic IT knowledge
• A willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges
• Good practical ability and confidence using basic hand tools
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 1 year (essential)
• The ability to work at heights (full training provided)
• An awareness of health & safety practices
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

Benefits

• OTE £30K with overtime
• Holidays are 20 days plus bank holidays
• Auto‑enrolment pension
• Sick pay is paid for 5 days per annum after the 1st year of employment. SSP is paid before and after 5 days

How to apply for the role

If you wish to be considered for this superb opportunity, click ‘apply’. You will receive an email shortly after your application which you will need to read. Successful applications will need to undergo a DBS check. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Trainee Engineer, Junior Engineer, Engineering Assistant, Installation Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Technical Assistant, Telecoms Engineer, IT Support Technician, Electrical Improver.