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Apprentice Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

VPK Packaging · Banbury · posted 16 September 2026

Wage
£20,333 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline (level 3)
Starts
23 November 2026
Closing date
16 November 2026
Positions
1

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As an Engineering Apprentice, you will shadow experienced engineers and gain a broad understanding of the business while developing practical engineering skills. You will support the engineering team in maintaining a wide range of production equipment and site facilities, helping to ensure machinery operates safely and efficiently.

Key Duties:

  • Shadow skilled engineers and learn engineering best practices
  • Assist with the maintenance and repair of production machinery
  • Support the upkeep of corrugators, case makers, and die cutters
  • Help maintain automated conveyor and transfer systems
  • Assist with the servicing of palletisers, strapping machines, and wrapping machines
  • Support planned preventative maintenance activities
  • Help diagnose and resolve mechanical faults
  • Assist with the maintenance of the site's general building infrastructure
  • Follow all health and safety procedures and company standards

Your training

Qualifications included:

  • Engineering Maintenance Technician - Single Discipline Apprenticeship Standard
  • Company Training Plan & Assessment
  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Development Knowledge (1 day per week for 2 years at college)
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance (workplace)
  • Level 2 Functional Skills - Maths (If required)
  • Level 2 Functional Skills - English (If required)
  • End Point Assessment at the end of the apprenticeship

Where it leads

This apprenticeship offers a clear pathway to a rewarding engineering career. With ongoing training, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to secure a permanent position, you'll be able to develop your skills, take on greater responsibility, and progress within the business.

About VPK Packaging

  • VPK Packaging Group is a leading European manufacturer of sustainable packaging solutions, specialising in corrugated and solid board products, with a strong commitment to sustainability and customer-centric services

Things to consider

  • The apprentice will be based at our site and should be able to travel to and from the workplace reliably each day. College will be in Bicester
  • This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a variety of industrial machinery while working towards a recognised engineering qualification

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingInitiativePositive attitudeTime ManagementWillingness to learnInterest in Engineering

Entry requirements

  • GCSE A Min of 5 GCSE's inc Science, English & Maths (grade 5-9 / C-A*) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Beaumont Road, Banbury, OX16 1RE

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