Engineering Apprentice (Palethorpe)
The Compleat Food Group, Market Drayton, Shropshire
Engineering Apprentice (Palethorpe)
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The Compleat Food Group, Market Drayton, Shropshire
- Full time
- U
- Onsite working
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 1 week ago, 16 Apr | Get your application in now before you're too late!
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Full Job Description
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We actively
welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and makes for a much better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all our colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole
selves to work. As an equal opportunity's employer, we will provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
· Learning from experienced engineers and mentors within your site and the wider Asset Care team.
· Gaining hands-on skills in manufacturing engineering.
· Working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
· Working across our Asset Care function to gain a good fundamental knowledge of engineering at Compleat.
What You'll Need
· A minimum of 4 GCSE's (or equivalent) at grade 4/ C or above, including Maths, Science and English.
· A genuine interest and passion for Engineering/Asset Care.
· A great attitude, curiosity and a willingness to learn with a strong team spirit.
· Eligibility to work in the UK and be 18+ by the start date (September 2026).
· No prior experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm and energy!
The Compleat Food Group are one of the UK's fastest growing, leading chilled food manufacturing companies, on a mission to create
great tasting food that people love to eat with our innovative products, leading brands and our never-ending commitment to great
taste, sustainability and quality.
You will join us in September 2026 and throughout your 4 year apprenticeship, you will be working towards a Level 3 Engineering
Technician (Mechatronics) qualification, designed to give you a strong foundation in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
In your first year, you'll be based (live in) in Coventry full-time, attending training Monday - Friday onsite at our leading
training partner MGTS, where you'll develop core technical skills in a hands-on, workshop-based environment.
From year two through to the end of your apprenticeship in year 4, you'll spend the majority of your time at your assigned site,
applying what you've learned in real-world settings alongside experienced engineers in our manufacturing facilities. You'll also
return to MGTS periodically for further training and assessments as part of your qualification. Towards the end of your
apprenticeship, you may be moved onto one of your site's shift patterns.
Year 1 Salary - £20,000 + Full Accommodation Cost's Covered
Are you passionate about how things work? Do you love solving problems and learning new skills? Whether you are looking for a
career change into engineering or just starting out on your career journey, our 4 year Engineering Apprenticeship is the perfect
opportunity to ignite your career and earn while you learn in a hands-on, supportive environment., · A competitive starting salary with increases each academic year depending on successful progression through the programme.
· Fully paid for state of the art accommodation for your 1st year on programme.
· Tool Kit and Compleat Uniform Provided
· A structured training and development programme.
· Dedicated mentors and support throughout.
· 33 Days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
· Access to our discount's platform with savings on gym memberships, holidays, retailers, technology, and so much more.