Multi-Skilled Engineering Apprentice
CEPAC LIMITED
About the Role
This apprenticeship will work alongside experienced engineers to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a competent engineering professional. The role provides hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance while supporting safe and efficient site operations and completing a recognised apprenticeship.
- Assist qualified engineers with planned preventative maintenance (PPM), inspections and routine servicing of plant and equipment
- Support reactive maintenance activities and learn fault-finding techniques on mechanical and electrical systems
- Learn how to work safely with machinery, tools and engineering equipment under supervision
- Help maintain accurate maintenance records, job sheets and engineering documentation
- Develop an understanding of components such as motors, drives, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, sensors, pneumatics and hydraulics
- Observe and support installation, repair and modification work on machinery and equipment
- Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures, including safe isolation, permit-to-work and PPE requirements
- Attend college, training sessions and assessments as required as part of the apprenticeship programme
- Work collaboratively with engineers, production teams and other departments to support operational performance
- Contribute ideas and support continuous improvement activities as knowledge and confidence develop
Measure of Effectiveness:
- Full compliance to all H&S procedures
- Complete college courses, training and assessments to the required standards
- Demonstrate practical skills on site to Maintenance Managers
- Science, Design Technology or a related technical subject is advantageous.
- A strong interest in pursuing a career in engineering or maintenance.
- Ability to meet the entry requirements of the relevant apprenticeship standard and training provider.
- Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate
About the Training
- Training will take place at Doncaster College via day-release where you will be taught by industry trained professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge and experience
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st1326-v1-0
About the Employer
Cepac Limited is one of the UK’s leading independent manufacturers of corrugated packaging solutions, supplying innovative, high-quality products to customers across a wide range of industries including food, retail, e-commerce and FMCG. With advanced manufacturing facilities, cutting-edge automation and a strong focus on continuous improvement, Cepac combines engineering excellence with sustainability and operational efficiency.
Our engineering teams play a vital role in keeping a fast-paced, highly automated production environment running at peak performance. From preventative maintenance and fault finding through to machinery upgrades, process improvement and reliability projects, engineers at Cepac are central to driving productivity, safety and innovation across the business.
Working at Cepac offers the opportunity to develop hands-on experience with modern manufacturing technology, work alongside experienced engineering professionals, and contribute to a business that invests in both its people and its operations.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
Training Provider
DN COLLEGES GROUP
Course/Training
Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)