Job Description
About the Opportunity
Our Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeship is designed to develop the next generation of engineering talent.
You’ll join an experienced maintenance team supporting a live manufacturing environment. From fault finding and equipment maintenance to supporting improvements in automation and reliability, you’ll gain real-world engineering experience from day one.
Alongside practical site-based learning, you’ll complete day-release study towards a Level 4 qualification in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
This is an opportunity to build technical expertise, confidence, and professional experience within a global manufacturing business that invests heavily in development and innovation.
What You’ll Gain
Real Engineering Experience
Work alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your learning directly connects to real operational challenges.
Professional Development
Develop technical, problem-solving, and practical engineering skills through hands-on experience and structured learning.
Mentorship & Support
You’ll be supported by a collaborative team committed to helping you grow, learn, and succeed throughout your apprenticeship journey.
A Long-Term Career Path
This role is designed to develop future engineering talent. Successful apprentices can progress into roles such as:
- Maintenance Engineer
- Engineering Team Leader
Why Join Sika?
We believe great careers are built when people feel supported, challenged, and valued.
That’s why we offer a competitive reward package alongside genuine investment in your future.
The Culture You’ll Join
Safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
At Preston, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, accountability, and supporting each other to succeed. We’re proud of the environment we’ve created, one where apprentices are encouraged to contribute ideas, ask questions, and develop confidence from the very beginning.
We don’t expect you to know everything on day one.
We’re looking for potential, attitude, and willingness to learn.
