Engineering Technician Apprentice

Duties to include but not limited to;

Carrying out checks and maintenance as outlined within the PPM (Planned, Preventative Maintenance) scheme Fault diagnosis and repair on engineering systems Use internal PC based system to ensure faults and repairs are logged, and then detailed descriptions are added upon completion of the required work Work to understand and implement Business Improvement Techniques. Work cohesively with the engineering and manufacturing management teams and /or associated maintenance and technical organisations as appropriate Providing predictive, preventative and corrective support and maintenance for production equipment. Assist with trials and development of new products and working practices in accordance with the needs of the business Carry out reasonable instructions from Lead Engineers and Managers Involvement in multi-skilling (cross discipline) duties as appropriate Ensure that all Health, Safety and Environmental standards are maintained and that you show due diligence at all times Comply with all company policies and procedures e.g. health and safety, training & development, quality, disciplinary & grievance and sickness & absence etc. Preserve and promote at all times the Company’s good name and reputation, conducting internal and external relations with honesty and integrity and encourage the development of an appropriate culture that will deliver results and manage changes in line with Company and business areas objectives.

Training:

Mechatronics maintenance technician Level 3 apprenticeship

Training Outcome:

●       Apprenticeship may lead to permanent employment.

●       Further in-house and external training and development available for the right candidate.

●       Potential continuation of education and academic studies i.e. L4/5 or HNC/ HND for the right candidate.

●       Continued professional development

Employer Description:
Newsprinters Holdings Limited (NHL) is a leading print services provider formed through a joint venture between two of the UK’s largest media publishers—News UK and DMG Media. With three cutting-edge production sites strategically located across the UK, NHL delivers high-volume newspaper and magazine printing services to a wide range of national, regional, and trade clients in the print industry. Operating 19 advanced MAN Roland Colorman XXL presses, each capable of producing up to 86,000 newspapers per hour, NHL is equipped to meet demanding production schedules with efficiency and precision. Significant investment in both technology and people underpins our success. Our highly regarded apprenticeship program plays a key role in developing the next generation of skilled professionals, preparing them to thrive in our fast-paced, high-speed production environment. At NHL, we pride ourselves on a culture built around customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and innovation. Our dedicated teams consistently deliver world-class print products to exacting deadlines—driven by passion, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.

Working Hours :
The first 12 months will be spent at Harlow College Monday to Friday (8.30 – 4.30), day release and college holidays at Newsprinters. Second year hours of work may include Day shifts and/ or Rota shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Self Motivated/Enthusiastic,Good Time Keeping,Professional attitude