Job Description

Build Your Engineering Career with Ibstock PLC - Dual-Skilled Apprentice Engineer

Location: Parkhouse Factory, Parkhouse Industrial Estate, Speedwell Rd, Crackley, Newcastle ST5 7RZ

10 minutes from Stoke-on-Trent 15 minutes from Keele 20 minutes from Crewe 35 minutes from Uttoxeter

Looking to build an exciting career in engineering?

Join us at Ibstock PLC as a Dual-Skilled Apprentice Engineer and take your first step towards becoming a fully qualified engineer. This 4-year programme will equip you with a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship, while offering you hands-on experience, mentorship from industry experts, and a competitive salary.

What We Offer:

Starting salary:

21,415.68 per annum, with yearly pay increases upon successful completion of each year. A nationally recognised qualification and the skills needed to become a qualified multi-skilled engineer. Full-time training at

MAKE UK Training School

in your first year you will be residential and live in Birmingham in 4 week blocks (we cover all travel and accommodation costs when staying over at Make UK). An opportunity to work for a company with

200 years of history

, where innovation and career progression are at the core of what we do.

What You'll Be Doing:

Supporting our engineering team with the maintenance of plant equipment and preventative tasks. Studying a range of subjects, including Electronic Fault Finding, Features and Applications of Electrical Machines, and Principles and Operations of Three Phase Systems to name but a few. In addition, going forward you will also study a number of Mechanical units in both your knowledge and competency qualifications such as Maintaining Mechanical Equipment and Mechanical Fault Diagnosis to build your expertise in both electrical and mechanical engineering. Developing key computer skills, as you'll input data into our maintenance system and help analyse production data.

Who We're Looking For:

We're looking for practical, hands-on individuals with the drive and passion to gain real-world experience with a market-leading company. If you have:

5 GCSEs

at Grade 4-9 (or equivalent) in Maths, English, and Science A genuine interest in engineering and a desire to learn A full UK driving licence (advantageous but not essential)

...then we want to hear from you!

Why Ibstock?

At Ibstock, we don't just manufacture building products-we're innovators, designers, and engineers shaping the future of construction. With over 2,300 employees, we enable the creation of inspiring spaces to live and work. Committed to a

net-zero

future, we invest in the latest technologies and sustainable solutions to stay ahead in our industry.

Diversity & Inclusion at Ibstock:

We are passionate about building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you don't meet every single qualification listed but are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply! Studies show that people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet all criteria, but at

Ibstock

, we value diverse perspectives and are committed to finding the right person for the job-your unique background might be just what we need.

Don't Miss Out!

Applications close on

Friday 20

th

February

, but we may close early if we receive a high volume of applications-so don't delay!


Ready to shape your future with Ibstock? For more information, visit: Ibstock Early Careers