Apprentice Engineer

  • Saputo, Inc.
  • Davidstow, Cornwall
  • 13/06/2026
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Job Description

Position

Apprentice, Engineer - Saputo Dairy UK, Camelford, Davidstow, Cornwall PL32 9W. Full-time - 4 years.

Overview

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world.

Apprenticeship Details

You'll make contributions that matter by completing a 4 year academic and on the job apprenticeship to achieve the Food and Drink (Multi skilled) Engineering Maintenance Apprenticeship Level3. Included in the 4 years is off the job engineering training at Midlands Group Training Service (MGTS) in Coventry. You will spend 20 weeks doing this classroom training in year1, 14 weeks in the second year, and 6 weeks in the third year. The fourth year is spent consolidating learning and preparing for the End Point Assessment.

This apprenticeship also consists of: OAL Level3 Maintenance Engineering (Electrical and Mechanical), BSth Edition Wiring Regulations Award in Food Safety level3, and Principles of HACCP based Food Safety level2.

Access to the latest technology in a purpose built training facility equipped with state of the art machinery, dairy technology and software control systems. Potential to study to a higher level e.g. HNC or Degree on successful completion.

Qualifications
  • At least three GCSEs including Mathematics at Grade B/level6 and above, and English Language Grade C/level5 and above.
  • A level Maths or A level Science highly desirable.
  • A keen interest in developing a career within Engineering and the food industry.
  • The determination to commit to a four year period of study and hard work.
What We Offer
  • Starting salary of £24,600 per annum.
  • No tuition fees or student loans to pay back after graduation.
  • A laptop during the apprenticeship.
  • Food allowance when at college.
  • An on site mentor and support from former apprentices who have graduated.
  • Integrated technical study and work based learning.
  • On completion of your apprenticeship, you will qualify for membership to the Institute of Technical Engineers.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Saputo

We support employment equity and invite candidates from all horizons to join our team. To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

This role has been assessed and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.