Apprenticeships at Lorient, Newton Abbott

Apprenticeship Opportunities – Lorient, Newton Abbott site

Location: Lorient (a subsidary of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland), Fairfax Way, TQ12 4UD

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UKI is passionate about developing early talent and providing opportunities that build the foundations of successful careers. Our apprenticeship programmes combine hands‑on experience with structured learning, enabling you to gain recognised qualifications while working in a global, innovative organisation.

Why join our Apprentice Programme?

Our programme offers the opportunity to:

• Gain real, practical experience in a professional environment


• Work on meaningful projects from day one


• Earn while you learn


• Develop skills that support long-term career progression


• Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team

We are currently recruiting 3 Apprentices to join our Lorient team in Newton Abbot. Lorient is a leading manufacturer of fire and smoke sealing systems, recognised for quality and innovation.

Available Opportunities

We are looking for motivated individuals to join us in the following areas:

Engineering Apprentice x 2

• Support improvements in assembly and primary processes


• Assist with automation initiatives


• Apply engineering principles such as Flow, TAKT, and Value Analysis


• Contribute to reducing operational costs and improving efficiency

Customer Services Apprentice x 1

• Manage customer orders and enquiries


• Deliver a professional, efficient, and solution-focused service


• Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams


• Support our commitment to excellence in customer experience

What you’ll gain

As an apprentice, you will:

• Learn from experienced colleagues and industry experts


• Develop role-specific technical and professional skills


• Gain valuable workplace experience alongside formal training

Your responsibilities

During your apprenticeship, you will:

• Attend college or training sessions to meet academic requirements


• Manage and prioritise your workload effectively


• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

About you

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have a genuine interest in their chosen field


• Are enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn


• Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grades 9–4 in Maths and English


• Are self-motivated with strong organisational skills


• Demonstrate logical and methodical problem-solving abilities


• Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy


• Perform well under pressure and meet deadlines

Start your career with us

Our apprenticeship programmes provide a valuable gateway into a rewarding career, offering diverse experiences and development opportunities across our organisation.

At ASSA ABLOY, we believe Early Talent is key to our future success, and we are committed to helping you grow and thrive.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.