Apprentice Engineer

Samworth Brothers Ltd; Worksop; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in the UK is offering a Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship in Worksop. You will receive a competitive salary and fully funded qualification while gaining practical experience. Successful candidates will achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Food and Drink Maintenance Engineering, guided by skilled mentors. Ideal candidates should demonstrate an interest in engineering, have 4 GCSEs including English and Maths, and be able to work well in a team.

Benefits

Competitive salary, increasing each year

Fully funded qualification with travel and accommodation

Fantastic learning facilities

Supportive colleagues

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an interest in engineering through experience or hobbies.
• Ability to work as a team member and possess good communication skills.
• Meet the minimum educational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience while studying for a Level 3 Diploma.
• Receive guidance from a dedicated workplace mentor.
• Participate in practical training on site.

Skills

Interest in engineering

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Literacy skills

Education

4 GCSE's at Grade A* to C (5-9) including English and Maths

Job description

About The Role

FDEM (Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship)

At Samworth Brothers, we’re excited to offer our Food and Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship. Working alongside our trusted learning partners, you’ll gain a recognised qualification whilst getting hands on experience and guidance from our highly skilled engineering teams who are passionate about what they do.

We’re not just any food business. We’ve been proudly family-owned since 1896 and now employ over 10,000 people across the UK. We make top-quality products for major retailers and own iconic brands you’ll know and love, like Ginsters, Soreen, Urban Eat, West Cornwall Pasty Company, and Dickinson & Morris. We’re constantly innovating and have big plans for the future and you could be part of it!

Your FDEM Apprenticeship

We are looking for 2 apprentices at our Manton Wood site to start in September 2026.

You’ll be guided through your qualification by BMET, while putting your new skills into practice on site. Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll also have a dedicated workplace mentor to help you every step of the way.

At the end of the programme, you’ll achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Food and Drink Maintenance Engineering. This is a cutting-edge qualification created by industry experts and Samworth Brothers are proud to be part of the trailblazing group that designed this standard, ensuring it’s built for the industry, by the industry.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary, increasing each year
• Fully funded qualification including travel and accommodation on a block release basis
• Fantastic learning facilities at the BMET college
• Encouraging engineering colleagues to support you as you learn

Who We're Looking For:

• Be able to demonstrate an interest in engineering either through experience or a hobby/school interest
• The ability to work as a team member and possess good interpersonal, communication and literacy skills
• A minimum of 4 GCSE’s, or equivalent, at Grade A* to C (5-9) including English, Maths
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Meet the funding requirements for apprenticeships

If selected, you will need to be available 24th and 30th April for a Bakery Tour and Recruitment Day.