Apprentice Engineer-Ashbourne

Apprentice Engineer Location: Ashbourne Start Date: September 2026 Why Choose an Apprenticeship with Pilgrim's Europe? Real Skills. Real Opportunities. Real Impact. Our engineering apprenticeship gives you the chance to earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and build a long-term career in one of Europe's leading food businesses.What you'll do: Join our engineering team to maintain and repair machinery, solve problems, and keep our business running smoothly. You'll learn hands-on while working towards a Level 3 Engineering qualification. Over the course of the programme, you'll gain skills in areas such as: Mechanical and electrical maintenanceFault finding and diagnostics Health and safety best practices Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing techniques Teamwork and communication in a professional environment What we're looking for: Curiosity about how things work and a practical approach to problem-solving Positive attitude and commitment to learningStrong communication and teamwork skills Maths and English GCSEs (or equivalent) grade 4/C or above Must be 18+ by September 2026 What you'll get in return: Permanent contract from day one Structured training combining classroom and on-the-job learning Support from your manager, mentor, and experienced engineersA recognised Level 3 qualification Competitive salary with increases as you progress Benefits including pension, employee discounts and more Clear career progression opportunities in one of Europe's leading food companies What to expect when you apply: After the closing date, shortlisted candidates complete online numerical and mechanical reasoning tests to assess aptitude for this role and the study requiredSuccessful candidates will be invited to our assessment centre to learn more about the course, the job, and our business and see the facilities where you would study If successful following the assessment centre you will have a site tour and meet the engineering team at your chosen location TPBN1_UKTJ