Apprentice Programme

Kone México; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in engineering solutions is seeking Apprentice Engineers for its KONE Door Business in the UK. This apprenticeship program offers practical on-site training in maintaining, installing, and servicing automatic doors and barriers. Ideal candidates will possess 5 GCSEs, a commitment to learning, and strong problem-solving skills. The role starts on 7th September 2026, with a salary starting at £17,534.02, providing an excellent opportunity to build a career in a growing industry.

Qualifications

• Age: 16+ on the apprenticeship start date.
• Must be prepared to travel to customer sites.
• Work-based training requires commitment to learning.

Responsibilities

• Shadow experienced engineers on-site.
• Support the maintenance and installation of doors, gates, and barriers.
• Learn to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Interact professionally with customers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service mindset

Good communication skills

Practical and hands-on approach

Positive and proactive attitude

Education

5 GCSEs (A-C or 4 to 9) including Maths, English, and Science

Job description

Apprentice Programme 2026 KONE Door Business, UK page is loaded## Apprentice Programme 2026 KONE Door Business, UKlocations: London: Glasgow: Nottingham: Bristol: Warringtontime type: Full timeposted on: Vandaag geplaatstjob requisition id: R0657411**KONE Door Business (KDB)** provides comprehensive solutions for automatic entrance systems, from maintenance and repairs to modernization and full replacements. Serving all brands and types – including sliding, revolving, hermetic, high-speed, and industrial doors, as well as shutters, grilles, barriers, and gates – KDB operates in 16 countries with over 1,100 field technicians.**KDB** is a **member of the KONE Group**, a global leader in managing the smooth flow of people and goods throughout buildings.* Earn while you learn with paid, work‑based training* Learn from experienced engineers on live sites* Work for a global leader in lifts, escalators and doors* Build a career in a growing, future‑focused industryBy the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll be a **qualified Door engineer**, ready to take the next step within KONE.**What you’ll do**As a KONE Doors Business Apprentice Engineer, you’ll gain real, practical experience, including:* **Hands-on learning:** Shadowing and working alongside experienced engineers on-site* **Maintenance & installation:** Supporting the maintenance, repairs or installation of industrial and pedestrian doors, gates and barriers* **Servicing & fault finding:** Learning how to diagnose and resolve technical issues* **Customer interaction:** Working professionally with customers and site contactsNo two days are the same — and every day you’ll be learning something new.**Practical information*** Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Friday 8:00 am - 3:30 pm.* Hours of work: 37 per week.* Duration: 42 months.* Start date: 7th of September 2026.* Level and qualification: Level 3 MOET Apprenticeship standard, NOCN NVQ2, DHF Level 2 Award, ADSA - EN16005, ADSA - EN17352* Salary: starting at £17534.02, with annual increases subject to performance.Training is **work‑based**, primarily at customer sites, so you must be prepared to travel. Travel to and from customer sites takes place outside standard working hours.**Locations**We offer apprenticeships in South London, Bristol, Nottingham, Warrington, Scotland.* Age: 16+ on the apprenticeship start date (7 September 2026)* Education: 5 GCSEs (A-C or 4 to 9) including Maths, English, and Science (or equivalent).* Skills & qualities we’re looking for: practical and hands-on approach, problem-solving, customer service mindset, good communication skills, positive and proactive attitude, willingness to learn and develop**Equal Opportunities**KONE is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds (gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual preference, etc.). Proud partners of **Women Into Construction** and the **Women’s Engineering Society**.**Train’d Up**, a national apprenticeship training provider, supports KONE with this recruitment and will conduct the first interview stage.Bij KONE geloven we dat onze medewerkers de sleutel zijn tot succes. We zijn trots op de arbeidsvoorwaarden die wij bieden, deze dragen bij aan de betrokkenheid en motivatie van onze medewerkers. We hebben een open en informele cultuur waar medewerkers met respect voor elkaar samenwerken met als streven de beste resultaten te behalen. Dit helpt ons om van KONE een ‘great place to work’ te maken. We ondersteunen persoonlijke groei en bieden diverse kansen aan om je carrière binnen KONE verder te ontwikkelen.Bekijk hier onze vacatures: