Trainee Engineer

8-i; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK engineering firm in Preston is looking for a motivated Trainee Engineer to join their team. This entry-level role offers full training, hands-on experience, and a pathway to become a fully qualified Engineer. Responsibilities include assisting in installations and learning to conduct service calls independently. The ideal candidate will have basic IT knowledge, practical skills, and a willingness to learn. A full UK driving license is essential. The position offers an OTE of £30,000, along with benefits such as holidays and pension.

Benefits

20 days holidays plus bank holidays

Auto-enrolment pension

Sick pay after the 1st year

Qualifications

• Basic IT knowledge is required.
• A willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges.
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 1 year is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Engineer with installation work.
• Proactively learn to undertake work independently.
• Be aware of health & safety risks around work areas.

Skills

Basic IT knowledge

Practical ability

Confidence using basic hand tools

Full UK driving licence

Awareness of health & safety practices

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated Trainee Engineer to join their expanding engineering team, offering full training, hands‑on experience and clear progression into a fully qualified Engineer role.

Location: Preston, PR26

• Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm
• Position: Permanent
• OTE: £30,000 per annum, including overtime

Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.

Our client is a well‑established UK business with over 30 years of experience delivering installation, maintenance and technical services to both private and public sector organisations nationwide. They invest in their people, offering long‑term stability, training and genuine career development opportunities.

The Role

This is an excellent entry‑level opportunity for someone with basic IT knowledge, practical ability and a strong willingness to learn. The role is field‑based, involves UK travel and occasional overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting the Lead Engineer on installation work as issued by the Project Manager
• Proactively learning how to undertake work for your lead engineer and, eventually, installation and service calls on your own
• Using your IT knowledge to learn how to take on work independently
• Being aware of health & safety risks in and around your work area for yourself and others
• Completing documentation as required and requested by the lead engineer

The Ideal Candidate

• Basic IT knowledge
• A willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges
• Good practical ability and confidence using basic hand tools
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 1 year (essential)
• The ability to work at heights (full training provided)
• An awareness of health & safety practices
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

Benefits

• OTE £30K with overtime
• Holidays: 20 days plus bank holidays
• Auto‑enrolment pension
• Sick pay: 5 days per annum after the 1st year of employment; SSP paid before and after 5 days

How to Apply for the Role

To be considered, click “apply”. You will receive an email shortly after your application and successful candidates will need to undergo a DBS check. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience titles include: Trainee Engineer, Junior Engineer, Engineering Assistant, Installation Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Technical Assistant, Telecoms Engineer, IT Support Technician, Electrical Improver.