Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

Kickstart Your Career as a Mechanical Fitter Apprentice at EGGER! Join us to learn, grow, and develop vital technical skills within a dynamic and sustainable work environment. You'll receive comprehensive training, a competitive salary, and the chance to contribute to our innovative and forward-thinking team. Apply now!

City: Hexham (UK)    Contract Type: Full-time     Job-Code: 5077   Department: Maintenance  

Come and meet us at our Careers Open Day on 18 January 2025.  CLICK HERE and book your place today!

Your Tasks

• At EGGER, our Mechanical Fitters produce and assemble machine parts, whilst supporting with commissioning, maintenance and installation of machinery across our site. 
• As an Apprentice, you will undertake a comprehensive 4 year training programme to learn all the tasks required of a member of our Mechanical Maintenance team. 
• You will spend your first year completing off site training (based at SETA in Washington - we provide transport for this) to achieve an apprenticeship standard in Mechanical Engineering, with the following 3 years spent on site supported by day release. During your training you have the opportunity to work towards an HNC qualification.

Our Requirements

• For all our apprenticeships, we are looking for self-motivated learners with excellent interpersonal skills as you will be working with a range of departments. You will also need the following: 
• Good standard of secondary education with a minimum of 5 GCSEs grade C / 4 or above, including Maths, English, Science and a GCSE in Technology or Engineering would also be advantageous.
• Basic standard of IT skills and competent us of Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong interest in Mechanical principles and practice.

We Offer

The opportunity to achieve an Apprentice Standard in Mechanical Engineering. The chance to join a team forming the largest family-owned manufacturing employer in Northumberland; focused on quality, customer service, environment and sustainability. Competitive employee benefits (including company pension scheme, learning and development opportunities, and a travel/fuel payment). Technologically advanced systems and processes. Comprehensive induction process and progressive training.

Other benefits include:

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks. 
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Subsidised travel to and from work.
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• On-site restaurant.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Applications close on 28 February 2025

Your Contact

Philip Maloney, HR, T 01434 602191