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Mechanical Apprentice Asphalt Plant - Eurovia

Eurovia · Ipswich · posted 24 July 2026

Wage
£19,500 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Starts
14 September 2026
Closing date
15 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • Ensuring a high level of inspection and preventative maintenance is undertaken in accordance with defined preventative maintenance schedules
  • Safe and timely reaction to breakdown situations
  • Fabricating including welding to a high standard
  • Fault investigation and rectification
  • Inspection of lifting equipment/ladders/tools and equipment
  • Identifying risks and hazards, identifying and implementing effective control measures
  • Static and mobile plant maintenance as required
  • Good time management skills – high level of flexibility including nights/weekends and callout. Willing to assist at other locations as and when required
  • Team player
  • Supervision of others, including sub-contractors
  • A good work ethic and high standards
  • Promoting and working safely, identifying and reporting “near miss” situations

Your training

  • Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship
  • Location of training: Day release, on-the-job assessments

Where it leads

Our Apprenticeship Scheme has been designed to kick start your journey towards becoming an industry expert. You will get hands on experience and tailored training to support you every step of the way.  

  • Mentor allocation and guidance
  • Additional training be provided

We are looking for a long-term relationship with our apprentices and we have a long-term career structure in mind, whereby we see the apprentice developing into senior roles within our business as it grows.

About Eurovia

Eurovia UK is a global contracting and production business that specialises in all forms of surfacing, plus bitumen and asphalt manufacturing into the highway, commercial and airfield sectors. We have been delivering these services for over 40 years and are focused on providing services that meet the needs of the local communities and the people we serve. Eurovia operates both a ‘vertically integrated’ and partnering approach which supports local businesses in strengthening our regional presence. We operate nationally throughout various surfacing contracts across the UK and are a major producer of bitumen related products and asphalt through our plants located in the South-East of England. We champion a circular economy approach, as we incorporate cold technology, recycling systems and the use of recycled products into our choice of materials which contribute to a better whole-life performance and a smaller environmental footprint. Eurovia is committed to creating a working environment that is inclusive and diverse.

Things to consider

Appreciation and some understanding of the construction industry. PPE will be provided.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 5 and above) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Foxhall, Ipswich, IP10 0BG

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