Apprentice Plant Maintenance Engineer (Level 3)
SWIETELSKY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD
About the Role
Start your engineering career with Swietelsky as a Level 3 Apprentice Plant Maintenance Engineer. Gain hands-on experience maintaining plant and machinery while working towards a recognised engineering qualification.
- Assist experienced engineers with planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
- Carry out basic mechanical maintenance, including lubrication, alignment and bearing replacement.
- Support electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and control system maintenance under supervision.
- Inspect machinery, identify faults and assist with repairs.
- Record maintenance activities, faults and parts used using company systems.
- Follow planned maintenance schedules and engineering procedures.
- Use engineering tools, equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) safely.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
- Attend apprenticeship training, college sessions and assessments.
- Develop practical engineering skills while working towards a Level 3 qualification.
- You must be comfortable working in an industrial engineering environment.
- The role involves standing, lifting, bending and working with tools and machinery.
- You will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- You must be able to travel to Worksop Traincare Depot and attend all apprenticeship training and reviews.
- A strong commitment to health and safety and completing the full apprenticeship programme is essential.
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to secure a permanent position as a Plant Maintenance Engineer. As skills and experience develop, there may also be opportunities to progress into senior engineering, specialist technical or supervisory roles, supported by further training and professional development.
About the Training
Training will be delivered by Train'd Up through a combination of workplace learning and off-the-job training. The apprentice will receive regular support from a dedicated Skills Coach, complete online learning, attend progress reviews and build practical skills while working alongside experienced engineers at the Worksop Traincare Depot. Off-the-job training will make up at least 20% of the apprentice's working hours in line with apprenticeship requirements.
About the Employer
SWIETELSKY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD is a leading engineering and infrastructure business, delivering specialist construction, maintenance and renewal services across the UK rail network. With a strong commitment to safety, quality and innovation, the company invests in developing future engineering talent through high-quality apprenticeships, providing hands-on experience, expert mentoring and excellent opportunities for long-term career progression.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Training Provider
TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED
Course/Training
Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline (level 3)