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Apprentice Building Services Engineer

Glyndebourne Productions Limited · New Road · posted 23 July 2026

Wage
£23,132 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 10 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline (level 3)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
29 August 2026
Positions
1

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As an apprentice, you will learn:

  • To assist in the preparation and implementation of planned maintenance routines, report on effectiveness of those routines and make recommendations to improve practices
  • To report on any plant/equipment/installations deterioration and recommend required action
  • To be proactive in support of sustainability and energy saving initiatives
  • Accurately complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPMs) to agreed and specified timescales and write reports as required. To carry out PPMs when requested, inside or outside of opening times. To progress PPMs and ensure the completed reports are returned in an efficient manner
  • Carry out reactive mechanical / electrical works and day to day engineering duties as specified by your manager/supervisor ensuring plant & equipment are maintained at appropriate times to suit the business
  • To work with Glyndebourne's Maintenance/Asset management System. This is a software based system used for the recording and submission of planned and reactive maintenance
  • To provide Building Services cover in the event of an emergency, and to respond to emergency situations in accordance with Glyndebourne's emergency procedures

Where it leads

  • To become a fully trained and qualified Building Services Engineer at Glyndebourne

About Glyndebourne Productions Limited

The Glyndebourne Festival (running from May to August), features a programme of six operas in its 1,200-seat opera house, attracting audiences from around the world. The Autumn Season (October to December) extends Glyndebourne’s reach, offering audiences the opportunity to experience fresh perspectives and new works in a dynamic and exploratory setting. Together, the Festival and Autumn Season welcome over 125,000 attendees annually, with many more engaging through online streaming and other digital platforms. 

 

Remaining financially independent since its inception, Glyndebourne is a registered charity that relies on box office income, memberships, and donations to fund its operations. Committed to artistic excellence, audience development, and accessibility, Glyndebourne continues to expand the reach and appreciation of opera for all.  

Things to consider

Good practical skills (dexterity) as you will be working on complex systems. Able to manage own workload and prioritize. Ability to switch between projects when required and meet deadlines.

 

As with all apprenticeships, this requires a long-term commitment – there will be assignments and logbook entries to complete. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top company, whilst you work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English, Maths (grade 4/5 C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Science (grade 4/5 C or above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • GLYNDEBOURNE PRODUCTIONS LTD, THE OPERA HOUSE, NEW ROAD, RINGMER, BN8 5UU

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