Job Description

Engineer Apprentice - Mechanical & Electrical (Multi-Skilled)

Are you practical, curious, and ready to kickstart a career

in engineering

? Whether you're someone who enjoys fixing things, tinkering with bikes or machines, or solving hands-on problems, this is your opportunity to build a career with real impact.

Join

British Gypsum

, part of the Saint-Gobain Group - a global leader in sustainable construction - as an

Engineer Apprentice

and gain multi-skilled experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, all while working toward a nationally recognised qualification.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll work alongside experienced engineers and craftspeople to learn all aspects of mechanical and electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment. Under supervision, your tasks will include:

Planning and preparing for maintenance and repair of engineered systems Performing preventative maintenance as outlined in the PPM schedule Supporting continuous improvement through best practice and innovation Getting involved in both electrical and mechanical tasks (multi-skilling) Understanding gypsum production processes and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles Always working to the highest safety standards and demonstrating due diligence Carrying out reasonable requests from Team Leaders and Senior Managers Adhering to all company policies on H&S, training, quality, and development You'll apply Saint-Gobain's core values - Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration - to everything you do.

Training & Development

This is a structured Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship delivered in partnership with Nottingham College

Year 1: Block release college study, with short placements back at site Years 2-4: Combination of shorter block releases and day release, with most time spent at the Barrow Works
Supported by both

British Gypsum

and

Nottingham College,

with regular progress reviews, mentoring, and hands-on assessments

You'll be developing core technical skills, knowledge, and behaviours in preparation for your End Point Assessment

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a motivated individual who is:

Safety-first in mindset Mechanically or technically curious Eager to learn and adapt in a hands-on, industrial environment A good communicator with strong problem-solving skills Able to prioritise tasks and work under your own initiative A team player with a "can-do" attitude and good attention to detail

Qualifications Required:

Minimum 5 GCSEs (grade C/4 or above) including Maths, English, Science, and IT or a technical subject Engineering-related extracurriculars (e.g. fixing bikes/machines) are a plus Access to your own transport is an advantage due to the rural location

Are Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments.

Our standard working hours are 8am-4pm Monday to Thursday with an early finish on Friday

, with the option to work from home 3 days a week after training. If you need more flexibility- we'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: 17,537.04 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 19/09/2025