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28 July 2026

Apprentice Engineering Operative - The Preparation Group

Join a busy floor preparation company in Lincoln as part of the production team. You will assist with manufacturing equipment to production schedules, technical drawings and quality standards, as well as helping with packing, storage and dispatch of finished products while developing valuable engineering skills.

What Will the Apprentice Be Doing?

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

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

  • Complete tasks as directed by the Production/Workshop Manager.

  • Assist in the scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance of a range of machinery.

  • Assist in conducting inspections, testing, and equipment commissioning.

  • Accurately complete service documentation and records.

  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.

  • Support Health and safety procedures within working environment.

What Training Will the Apprentice Take and What Qualification Will the Apprentice Get at the End?

  • The Apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in Level 2 Engineering Operative (Mech pathway).

  • The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course.

  • This is a Day Release programme, which means you will attend Lincoln College, one day a week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours.

What is the Expected Career Progression After this Apprenticeship?

Once qualified there will be the opportunity to become Junior Workshop Technician leading to Workshop Technician.

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities

  • Communication skills

  • IT skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Organisation skills

  • Problem solving skills

  • Number skills

  • Analytical skills

  • Logical

  • Team working

  • Initiative

  • Patience

  • Physical fitness

Qualifications
GCSE in:

  • English and Maths (grade A*/9 – C/4) - Essential

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Other requirements

  • Working with heavy machinery.

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Vacancy Details

  • Reference

    VAC2000042606

  • Employer

    The Preparation Group

  • Location

    LN2 4JB

  • Hours

    Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm, with 30 minutes lunch break.

  • Salary

    £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  • Qualification

    Engineering Operative Level 2

  • Closing date

    28 July 2026

  • Start date

    07 September 2026

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