Forterra Building Products Ltd
Engineering Apprentice - Kings Dyke
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Engineering Apprentice - Kings Dyke
Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineering Apprentice – Kings Dyke Site
About the Role
We are recruiting enthusiastic individuals to join our Kings Dyke Site in the position of Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineering Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to work towards becoming a fully skilled engineer at one of the UK’s leading building material manufacturers, with yearly salary increases.
Closing date: 11th April 2026
Apprenticeship Summary
- Working week: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Annual Salary: £20,800
- Expected duration: 48 months
- Start date: 1st September 2026
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced Level Apprenticeship
- Locations: Desford, Hams Hall, Hoveringham, Kings Dyke, Measham, Milton, & Newbury
Vacancy Description
The role includes, but is not limited to:
- Ensuring the efficient and safe working of the plant using skills gained during training
- Performing daily preventative maintenance and installing new equipment as required
- Responding to and addressing the fault report system
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Requirements and Prospects
Desired Skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Good time management
- Ability to work individually or as part of a team
Personal Qualities
- Proven team player
- Self-motivated
- Trustworthy and honest
- Punctual and conscientious
- Good attention to detail
Desired Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent), including:
- English
- Maths
- Grades: A*–C (9–4)
Prospects
- Progress to becoming a fully trained Maintenance Engineer
- Potential for support to complete an HNC/D qualification
- Location at one of Forterra’s leading sites
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Things to Consider
- Salary review throughout the apprenticeship
- Shift work may be required after completing the apprenticeship
- The first year will include residential training in Birmingham
About Us
Forterra is a leading manufacturer of a diverse range of concrete and clay building products, serving the construction industry extensively. Our renowned brands include:
- Thermalite block
- Bison Precast
- Iconic London Brick
Our product range covers: ✔ Clay bricks ✔ Aircrete blocks ✔ Aggregate blocks ✔ Precast concrete ✔ Flooring products ✔ Permeable paving ✔ Chimney, roofing, and flue systems
Our purpose: To build lasting legacies, manufacturing products from the ground up to support the construction sector.
We prioritise comprehensive safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in all workplaces.
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