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Apprentice Mechanical Engineer

J G Pears (Newark) Limited · Nr Newark · posted 4 September 2026

Wage
£20,800 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
4 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Engineering fitter (level 3)
Starts
6 October 2026
Closing date
18 September 2026
Positions
1

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Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Working as part of a small team to carry out:

  • Proactive/planned mechanical maintenance
  • Fault finding/reactive breakdown mechanical repairs
  • Mechanical projects and outage works

Your training

  • The apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in the Engineering Fitter Level 3
  • The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor and identified a site mentor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course
  • This is a Day Release programme, which means you will attend College, 1 day per week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours

Where it leads

Qualified Mechanical Engineer at CHP plant.

About J G Pears (Newark) Limited

JG Pears is one of the UK's leading processors of animal by-products and food waste.  Pioneering environmentally-aware practices since we started out in 1972, we play a vital role in the agricultural and food industries.

Things to consider

Will need to have own transport a power plant producing steam and electricity from animal by-products Strict health and safety.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativePatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English and Maths (grade A*/9 – C/4) — essential
  • GCSE Science (grade A*/9 – C/4) — essential
  • Level 2 qualification Engineering-based subject (grade A*/9 – C/4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Marnham Road, Low Marnham, Nr Newark, Notts, NG23 6SP

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