Apprentice Maintenance Engineer - P&F PUMPS LTD
Summary
This apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to learn all aspects of mechanical and electrical maintenance in a hands-on environment. The Apprentice Maintenance Engineer will work closely with experienced engineers to develop practical skills while studying towards a recognised engineering qualification.
- Annual wage
- £14,722.50 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
£7.55
- Training course
- Maintenance and operations engineering technician
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, shifts between 7.00 am to 5.00 pm.
37.5 hours a week
- Start date
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Saturday 16 August 2025
- Duration
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42 Months
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the installation, servicing, and repair of pumps, motors, and associated equipment
- Learn and follow routine maintenance procedures
- Support breakdown diagnostics and fault finding
- Use a range of tools and equipment safely and correctly
- Help maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
- Comply with health and safety procedures at all times
- Maintain a clean and organised work environment
- Travel to customer sites with engineers as needed (full PPE and transport provided)
Where you’ll work
BROOM STREET, NEWHEY, ROCHDALE, OL16 3RY
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Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician
Equal to Level 3 (A level)
Course contents
Your training plan
You will work towards a Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard. Training will be delivered through Rochdale Training with regular on-the-job support from qualified engineers at P&F Pumps.
Requirements
Desired qualifications
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade Grade 4/C or above) desirable
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Practical Mindset
Other requirements
This is a hands-on, physically active role that often involves working in noisy, sometimes dirty, and industrial environments. You’ll regularly be on your feet, using tools, lifting equipment, and occasionally working in confined spaces or outdoors in all weather conditions. You’ll need to be prepared to travel with the team to customer sites, which may involve early starts, occasional long days, and working in unfamiliar locations. Safety is absolutely critical in this job — you must always follow procedures and wear the correct PPE. You won’t be stuck behind a desk — this is a practical role where you’ll get your hands dirty and learn real-world engineering skills. If you’re reliable, ready to work hard, and excited to learn from experienced professionals, this could be a brilliant opportunity to kickstart your career in engineering.
About this company
P&F Pumps is a specialist in the supply, installation, and maintenance of industrial pump systems across various sectors. Based in Newhey, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, reliable engineering services to a wide client base throughout the North West and beyond.
After this apprenticeship
On successful completion, there may be opportunities for full-time employment and further training, including HNC/HND qualifications or progression to senior engineering roles within the business.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
P&F PUMPS LTD
Jason Wales
jwales@rochdaletraining.co.uk
07860 919 380