Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
Holcim UK Limited · Ashbourne · posted 26 October 2026
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- Work alongside experienced mechanical engineers and fitters to learn how machinery and equipment operate.
- Assist with installing, assembling, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, including pumps, valves, gearboxes and pipework.
- Support planned, preventative and reactive maintenance to keep our sites running safely and efficiently.
- Help identify and diagnose mechanical faults, learning how to solve problems and get equipment working again.
- Learn how to use engineering tools, equipment and techniques safely and effectively.
- Assist with replacing and repairing mechanical components under the guidance of experienced colleagues.
- Work with engineering teams to improve equipment performance, efficiency and reliability.
- Follow health and safety procedures, identifying and reporting any unsafe equipment or working conditions.
- Support projects focused on innovation, sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of our operations.
- Develop practical engineering skills through hands-on experience, alongside academic learning and training towards a recognised qualification.
Where it leads
Once you've successfully completed your apprenticeship, you'll have the skills, experience and recognised qualification to take the next step in your mechanical engineering career.
You could progress into a role as a qualified Mechanical Fitter or Maintenance Engineer, helping to keep our sites running safely and efficiently.
As you gain experience, there may be opportunities to develop into more specialist roles, such as Mechanical Technician, Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager.
At Holcim UK, we're passionate about developing our people. You'll have opportunities to continue learning, build your expertise and explore career progression across our UK operations and the wider Holcim Group.
About Holcim UK Limited
About Holcim
We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.
Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.
Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.
Skills they're looking for
Where you'll work
- Hulland Ward, Smith Hall Lane, Ashbourne, DE6 3ET
- Aggregate Industries, Bardon Hill, LE67 1TL
- East Cranmore Lane East Cranmore, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4RA
- Shipham Gorge, Chedder, Somerset, BS27 3DQ
- Torr Works, East Cranmore, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4RA
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