
Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician- Frank Bird Poultry Ltd
Frank Bird Poultry Limited
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- Location: Langwathby
- Salary / Wage: 16-18yrs £8.25 per hour, 18-20yrs £10.70 per hour
- Possible Start Date: To be confirmed
- Application Deadline: 15 August 2025
- Expected Duration: 36 months
- Apprenticeship Level: Level 3
Apprenticeship Description
Frank Bird Poultry Limited is a Family run Poultry Processing Plant based in Langwathby. We are looking for someone who is interested in engineering / mechanics.
This role gives someone the chance to develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a fully qualified Engineer. This is a great opportunity to earn as you learn in an established apprenticeship programme.
Through on-the-job training from our experienced Engineers, and an apprenticeship training course at Carlisle College, you will receive all the knowledge needed to become a fully qualified Engineer and a key member of our team. This role is responsible for onsite mechanical maintenance across a range of production lines and equipment within the factory to work in both a proactive and reactive way to ensure production keeps running at all times.
As an Apprentice Engineer your duties will include, but are not limited to:
· Working alongside fully qualified Engineers to diagnose and fix mechanical problems.
· Assisting with general services.
· Learning to fault find and fix mechanical and electrical components.
· Ensuring the cleanliness of the workshop is maintained.
· Working to a daily routine and ensuring all jobs are completed.
· Working safely and in line with our company health and safety guidelines.
An ideal Apprentice Engineer will hold the following skills and experiences:
· GCSEs in Maths, English (level 4/C needed) and Science (preferred)
· A genuine interest in Engineering/Mechanics.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Eager to learn and develop new skills.
· Effective problem-solving and organisational skills.
· Good timekeeping.
· Positive attitude towards work.
Working Week
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
Own transport to and from the factory will be essential.
Applications may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.
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