Trainee Engineer - Industrial Equipment

Trainee Engineer - Industrial Equipment

Salary: £12.71 per hour for the first 12 weeks, increasing thereafter
Location: UK Wide / Mobile
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Travel: UK-wide travel required
Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence essential

Prestige Recruitment Specialists are working with a well-established and growing provider of industrial ice machine solutions, who are looking to appoint a Trainee Engineer to join their expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within engineering, servicing and maintaining specialist industrial equipment.

The successful candidate will receive full training and practical experience, working alongside experienced engineers and gaining exposure to the installation, servicing, maintenance and repair of industrial ice-making equipment.

The Role

As a Trainee Engineer, you will support experienced engineers on customer sites throughout the UK while developing your technical knowledge and practical engineering skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

Assisting experienced engineers with the installation, servicing and maintenance of industrial ice machines and associated equipment
Travelling to customer sites throughout the UK
Supporting engineers with fault finding, diagnostics and repairs
Carrying out basic mechanical and electrical tasks under supervision
Learning how to service and maintain specialist industrial equipment
Assisting with equipment installations and commissioning
Following health and safety procedures at all times
Completing service documentation and reporting work undertaken
Providing professional and courteous service when working at customer sites
Developing your technical knowledge through hands-on training and experience
Working closely with engineering, technical and service teams

About You

We are looking for someone who is reliable, practical and genuinely interested in developing a career in engineering.

Previous engineering experience is not essential, as full training will be provided. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with:

A genuine interest in engineering, mechanics or electrical systems
Practical or hands-on experience gained through work, education or personal projects
A willingness to learn and develop new technical skills
Good problem-solving ability
A positive and professional approach
Good communication skills
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
A flexible approach to travelling and working at different customer sites
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
A strong work ethic and reliable attitudeA relevant engineering qualification, apprenticeship or previous technical experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Essential Requirement

Due to the mobile nature of the role, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable travelling throughout the UK.

Salary & Progression

The initial rate for the first 12 weeks will be £12.71 per hour, providing an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop your engineering skills.

Following the initial training period, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress within the business, with salary and development opportunities reviewed as they become more experienced and competent.

This is a genuine opportunity to establish a long-term career within a specialist engineering environment, with ongoing training and support from experienced engineers.

About the Business

Our client has more than 30 years of experience specialising in industrial ice machine solutions, supplying bespoke equipment, rental solutions and ongoing service support to customers across the food processing, food manufacturing and wider industrial sectors.

The business works with customers across the UK and international markets and provides specialist engineering, installation and aftersales support.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to learn a specialist engineering trade, gain valuable field experience and develop a long-term career within a growing technical business.

To apply or find out more, please contact Prestige Recruitment Specialists for a confidential discussion
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed