Apprentice Mechanical Engineer (18+)

Zeelandia UK Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Wigan seeks an enthusiastic Apprentice Mechanical Engineer to assist with maintenance, learn to troubleshoot mechanical faults, and support efficient operations. You will gain hands-on experience and a nationally recognized engineering qualification while working with experienced mentors in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

21 Days Holidays + bank holidays

Full on-the-job training

Nationally recognized qualification

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over.
• Interest in how machines work.
• Willing to learn and take on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance, repair, and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Learn to troubleshoot mechanical faults.
• Support planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules.

Skills

Genuine interest in mechanical engineering

Practical problem-solving mindset

Good communication skills

Team player

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English and Science

Job description

Holidays - 21 Days + bank holidays

Are you hands-on, curious about how things work, and ready to kickstart a career in mechanical engineering? Join us as an Apprentice Mechanical Engineer in our fast-paced food manufacturing facility, where no two days are the same.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who is eager to learn, work hard, and grow with us. You'll gain hands-on experience maintaining and improving machinery used in high-speed food production, while working towards a recognised engineering qualification.

Job requirements

• Assisting with maintenance, repair, and installation of mechanical equipment and production lines.
• Learning to troubleshoot mechanical faults and support efficient operation of machinery.
• Supporting planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• Working closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams on-site.
• Following health and safety standards and quality control processes.
• Must be 18 or over

Do you have :

• A genuine interest in mechanical engineering and how machines work.
• A practical, problem-solving mindset.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths, English and Science – minimum Grade 4/C
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

What will you gain :

• A nationally recognised engineering apprenticeship qualification.
• Full on-the-job training with experienced mentors.
• Real-world experience in a leading food manufacturing environment.
• A pathway to a rewarding and secure engineering career.