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Apprentice Maintenance Engineer

Groupe Plastivaloire · Northampton · posted 9 September 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
4 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering maintenance technician - dual discipline (level 3)
Starts
6 October 2026
Closing date
26 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Assist with planned preventive maintenance (PPM) activities on production machinery and site equipment
  • Support engineers in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults
  • Learn to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and schematics
  • Participate in equipment inspections and condition monitoring activities
  • Assist with machine installations, modifications, and improvement projects
  • Complete maintenance records and documentation accurately
  • Ensure work is carried out in accordance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and efficiency
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and tidy condition
  • Attend and successfully complete the associated apprenticeship training programme
  • Develop a strong understanding of engineering principles, maintenance practices, and industry standards

Your training

  • Engineering Maintenance Technician - dual discipline Level 3
  • 1 day a week at Northampton College Booth Lane 

Where it leads

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, opportunities may exist to progress into roles such as:

  • Maintenance Engineer
  • Multi-Skilled Engineer

About Groupe Plastivaloire

Groupe Plastivaloire, run by a family since the beginning, has been able to position itself as a global player in the industry, by innovating, by investing in its production tool and by positioning itself in sectors of the future. To satisfy our global markets, we develop as close as possible to our customers’ production centres, in Europe, North America and soon in Asia.
Our strategy combines a long-term view and the capacity to seize opportunities boldly and with reactivity.

Skills they're looking for

IT skillsProblem solving skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • North Portway Close, Round Spinney Industrial Estate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 8RE

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