Equipment Maintenance Apprentice - 3-Year Apprenticeship Programme - Start in September or October 2026

September or October 2026, About Thermo Fisher ScientificAs part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.As an Equipment Maintenance Apprentice within the Protein Diagnostics (PDX) division, you will support the maintenance of highly specialised laboratory and manufacturing equipment used to produce diagnostic assays and instruments.The PDX division (formerly The Binding Site) develops products used in diagnosing diseases such as blood cancers and immune disorders, so reliability,
precision, and compliance are critical.Role OverviewWe are recruiting for two Equipment Maintenance Apprentices to join our Protein Diagnostics (PDX) Division in Birmingham.This is a full-time Level 3 Mechatronics Apprenticeship delivered in partnership with In-Comm Training, designed to develop the next generation of engineering and maintenance professionals.The apprenticeship programme will run for three years, combining practical workplace experience with structured engineering training. During the programme, you will gain experience working on a variety of laboratory, manufacturing, and automated systems while developing the technical skills required for a successful engineering career.From the beginning of the apprenticeship, you will receive structured support, mentoring, and a personal development plan to help you build both technical and professional competencies.What You Will LearnThroughout the apprenticeship, you will develop knowledge and practical experience in:Mechanical
Engineering PrinciplesElectrical Engineering FundamentalsMechatronic and Automated SystemsFault Finding and DiagnosticsPlanned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)Equipment Calibration and SetupManufacturing and Laboratory Equipment MaintenanceHealth, Safety and Engineering ComplianceContinuous Improvement PrinciplesProcess and Automation TechnologiesApprenticeship StructureFirst 10 Months - Full-Time Training AcademyFor the first 10 months of the programme, apprentices will be based full-time at the In-Comm Training Academy in Aldridge, attending Monday to Friday. During this period, you will develop the core engineering knowledge and practical skills required for a career in equipment maintenance and engineering.Training will include:Mechanical and electrical engineering fundamentalsMaintenance techniques and fault findingHealth and safety practicesEngineering principles and workshop skillsMechatronics systems and automation technologiesRemaining Apprenticeship PeriodFollowing
completion of the foundation training period, apprentices will transition into the workplace at Thermo Fisher Scientific while continuing their apprenticeship studies once a week.This phase will typically include:Working within the engineering team at Thermo Fisher ScientificDedicated apprenticeship training on Wednesdays (morning or afternoon sessions)Ongoing development of practical engineering skills and workplace competenciesSuccessful completion of the programme will lead to a nationally recognised Level 3 Mechatronics qualification.What You Will DoAs an Equipment Maintenance Apprentice, you will support the maintenance and reliability of highly specialised laboratory and manufacturing equipment used in the production of diagnostic assays and instruments.Typical duties will include:Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on Laboratory instruments (e.g. analytical systems, assay equipment) ; Production and packaging machinerySupport fault finding on

mechanical, electrical, and automated systemsHelp with equipment setup, calibration, and shutdown processes to support daily production targetsWork in line with: GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards, Health, Safety & Environmental (EHS) policiesEnsure maintenance activities are properly documented and traceableFollow SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for all tasksContinuous ImprovementSupport engineers with: Equipment upgrades, Process improvements, Reducing downtime and improving reliability, Contribute to achieving quality, delivery, and cost targetsCandidate RequirementsEssential CriteriaGCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths, English, and Science (or equivalent qualifications)A genuine interest in Engineering and TechnologyAbility to meet apprenticeship eligibility requirementsWillingness to attend both training and workplace locations throughout the apprenticeshipGenuine interest in pursuing a long-term engineering careerDesirablePrevious hands-on experience through
hobbies, projects, school activities, or employmentInterest in mechanical, electrical, automation, or manufacturing technologiesPractical engineering or technical experience

This job is with Thermo Fisher Scientific, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork - the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.Work ScheduleStandard (Mon-Fri)Environmental ConditionsSome degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)Job DescriptionApprenticeship Duration: 3 yearsTraining Provider: In-Comm TrainingTraining Location: Aldridge Training AcademyWorkplace Location: Thermo Fisher Scientific, BirminghamEngineering Cohort Start Dates: September 2026 and October 2026Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (40 hours per week excluding breaks)About the ApprenticeshipThis is a full-time Level 3 Mechatronics Apprenticeship delivered in partnership with In-Comm Training and designed to provide both practical workplace experience and structured engineering training.The apprenticeship programme lasts, three years, beginning in either