Summary
Kick-start your career with a Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship at Holcim UK! Earn while you learn, working alongside experienced engineers to maintain, repair and improve the machinery that keeps our operations moving. Gain hands-on experience, a recognised qualification and help build a more sustainable future.
What you will do at work
- Work alongside experienced mechanical engineers and fitters to learn how machinery and equipment operate.
- Assist with installing, assembling, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment, including pumps, valves, gearboxes and pipework.
- Support planned, preventative and reactive maintenance to keep our sites running safely and efficiently.
- Help identify and diagnose mechanical faults, learning how to solve problems and get equipment working again.
- Learn how to use engineering tools, equipment and techniques safely and effectively.
- Assist with replacing and repairing mechanical components under the guidance of experienced colleagues.
- Work with engineering teams to improve equipment performance, efficiency and reliability.
- Follow health and safety procedures, identifying and reporting any unsafe equipment or working conditions.
- Support projects focused on innovation, sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of our operations.
- Develop practical engineering skills through hands-on experience, alongside academic learning and training towards a recognised qualification.
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
About this employer
About Holcim
We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.
Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.
Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive – by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.
After this apprenticeship
Once you’ve successfully completed your apprenticeship, you’ll have the skills, experience and recognised qualification to take the next step in your mechanical engineering career.
You could progress into a role as a qualified Mechanical Fitter or Maintenance Engineer, helping to keep our sites running safely and efficiently.
As you gain experience, there may be opportunities to develop into more specialist roles, such as Mechanical Technician, Engineering Supervisor or Engineering Manager.
At Holcim UK, we’re passionate about developing our people. You’ll have opportunities to continue learning, build your expertise and explore career progression across our UK operations and the wider Holcim Group.
Employee benefits
- Be part of something bigger with our “Women Empowered – Stronger Together Mentor Program,” designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.
- Free 24/7 remote GP service
- Opportunities for career progression
Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees - Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping product