Apprentice Automation & Controls Engineering Technician

Apprentice Automation & Controls Engineering Technician

KRONES UK LIMITED

West Houghton (BL5 3XB
)

Closes in 7 days (Friday 26 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

This role will involve you supporting Automation, Controls and Field Service Teams in delivering technical expertise across customers’ production environments. A hybrid role including office‑based technical support, commissioning, diagnostics and optimisation of automation systems.

Wage: £16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage: £9.45 per hour – 40 hours – £378 per week if you are in your first year of an apprenticeship and over 19. This will increase in your second year to the next pay award depending on your age.

Training course:
Automation and controls engineering technician (level
4)

Hours:

8:30am to 17:00pm Monday to Friday Lunch break is 30 minutes. 40 hours a week

Start Date:

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration: 4 years

• Adhere to health and safety procedures.
• Assist with commissioning and testing of automation and control systems.
• Support diagnosis, troubleshooting and documentation of automation faults.
• Assist in maintenance, upgrades and optimisation of automated machinery.
• Provide remote and on‑site technical support.
• Complete all apprenticeship training requirements with Wigan & Leigh College.
• Produce accurate service reports and documentation.
• Work in line with customer‑specific procedures.
• Travel to customer sites using company vehicles.

Westregen House

Great Bank Road

Wingates Industrial Park

West Houghton

BL5 3XB

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

WIGAN AND LEIGH COLLEGE

Automation and controls engineering technician (level
4)

Training delivered with Wigan & Leigh College, including day‑release study, on‑the‑job training, e‑portfolio evidence, reviews and potential occasional technical training at Krones AG facilities in Germany.

• GCSE in:
  English (grade Grade 4 or higher)
• GCSE in:
  Maths (grade Grade 4 or higher)
• STEM related subject (grade Pass)
• BTEC in: STEM related subject (grade Pass)

• Customer care skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Initiative
• Problem‑solving ability
• Willingness to travel
• Committment to learning
• Committment to safety

• Must have completed a previously recognised apprenticeship at level 3 in a similar role.
• Experience of programming C++ is desirable.
• Working away on site at customers facility.
• Requirement to have overnight stays away from home as when required.
• Have to complete IOSH managing/working safely & other external qualifications to meet customer and Krones.

Krones UK Bolton is part of the globally renowned Krones Group, a leader in manufacturing and engineering solutions for the beverage and liquid food industry. With a strong presence in the UK, the company supports major brands through innovative technology, excellent service, and a collaborative, professional working environment that encourages development and career growth.

Progression to HND in Electronic and Electrical Systems Engineering in England.

WIGAN AND LEIGH COLLEGE

Kerry Williams

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC.

Closes in 7 days (Friday 26 June 2026 at 11:59pm)