Engineering Level 3 Apprenticeship 2026 - Moreton
Premier Foods · North West · CH46 1PR
About the role
Engineering Level 3 Apprenticeship 2026 - Moreton! 🛠️🍫
Join Premier Foods – where awesome people, legendary brands, and a cracking purpose all come together!
The Role: Level 3 Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer Qualification 🎓
Starting Salary: £23,809 per year 💰
Time Off: 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays 🎉
Are you ready to kickstart an engineering career and be part of making Britain's favourite treats? We're on the hunt for two enthusiastic Apprentice Engineers to join our super-skilled production engineering crew at Moreton, the place where the magic happens for Cadbury Mini Rolls and cakes! 🤩
This isn't just any apprenticeship. You'll dive into the exciting world of food engineering, a field packed with all the skills you need for today's advanced automated manufacturing. Our site is already super modern and techy, and we're only investing more in awesome new systems and equipment! 🚀
What You'll Be Doing:
- Year 1: Full-time at college, learning the ropes! 📚 During college holidays, you'll be on-site, putting your new skills to the test in the real world.
- Years 2 & 3: You'll be spending most of your time on-site, working alongside experienced engineers who will mentor and guide you. Get ready for hands-on experience, building your technical skills and becoming a whiz at problem-solving. You'll still hit the books with block release at college. 👨🔧👩🔧
- Years 4 & 5: You might even move onto shifts as part of our dedicated engineering team – yes, that could include nights! 🌙 Your performance will be assessed to see if you're ready for even more qualifications to boost your career here.
- After the Apprenticeship: You'll graduate as a fully qualified, multi-skilled engineer! ✨
What We Need From You:
- At least 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above, including Maths, Science, and English. 💯
- A genuine passion for engineering, technology, and of course, food! 🍔
- Loads of drive, enthusiasm, and a commitment to learning and growing. 🌱
- Great communication skills – you'll be connecting with colleagues across the site and group. 🗣️
- A willingness to work shifts (days, nights, and weekends). ⏰
What We Can Offer You:
- A salary that increases each year as you progress! 📈
- A contributory Company pension scheme with life assurance. ☂️
- 5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays.
- Employee perks like a discount scheme, company shop, and a subsidised canteen. 😋
- ShareSave scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme. 🚲
- Our awesome Apprentice Network Skills Development Programme – BOOST! 🌟
Ready to Apply?
Our Interview Selection Centre is happening in early July 2026. Make sure you're available if you get invited!
We're all about inclusion, authenticity, and individuality here. Everyone is welcome, respected, and valued. We're a Disability Confident employer and committed to supporting you every step of the way. If you need any adjustments, just let us know! ❤️
Click apply now to find out more and submit your application! 🚀 Applications may close early, so don't wait!
Key responsibilities
- Apply learned knowledge in a real-world environment during site attendance.
- Work collaboratively with experienced engineers to gain practical experience.
- Develop technical capability and strong problem-solving skills.
- Evaluate and implement effective engineering solutions.
- Continue academic studies as part of the apprenticeship programme.