At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

WE’RE HIRING!

ENGINEERING APPRENTICE
Saputo Dairy UK, Walsingham Drive, Bermuda Industrial Estate, Nuneaton, CV10 7RG

Full time – 4 years

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY COMPLETING…

A 4-year academic and on-the-job apprenticeship to achieve the Food and Drink (Multi-skilled) Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship Level 3.

Included in the 4 years is off-the-job engineering training at Midlands Group Training Service (MGTS) in Coventry. You will spend 20 weeks doing this classroom training in year 1, 14 weeks in the second year, and 6 weeks in the third year. The fourth year is spent consolidating learning and preparing for the End Point Assessment.

This apprenticeship also consists of:

• OAL Level 3 Maintenance Engineering (Electrical and Mechanical)

• BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

• Award in Food Safety level 3, and Principles of HACCP based Food Safety level 2

• Access to the latest technology in a purpose-built training facility equipped with state-of-the-art machinery, dairy technology and software control systems

• Potential to study to a higher level e.g. HNC or Degree on successful completion

YOU’RE BEST SUITED TO THIS OPPORTUNITY IF YOU HAVE…

• At least three GCSEs including Mathematics at Grade B/level 6 and above, and English Language Grade C/level 5 and above

• A-level Maths or A-level Science would be highly desirable

• A keen interest in developing a career within Engineering and the food industry

• The determination to commit to a four-year period of study and hard work

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR APPRENTICES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• A starting salary of £24,600 per annum (or we will match the current base salary of a current employee)

• No tuition fees or student loans to pay back after graduation

• A laptop during the apprenticeship

• Food allowance when at college

• An on-site mentor and support from former apprentices who have graduated

• Integrated technical study and work-based learning

• On completion of your apprenticeship, you will qualify for membership to the Institute of Technical Engineers

• Starts 1st August at our Nuneaton plant and Monday 7th September, 9am at the college in Coventry

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION AT SAPUTO
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer where we strive to ensure our site is inclusive and accessible for all.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or nonphysical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

This role has been assessed and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

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In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.