Apprentice Equipment Maintenance Technician

Apprentice Equipment Maintenance Technician Job Description Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Apprentice to join our team at the Fluke manufacturing facility in Norwich. This entry‑level role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in facilities management, engineering support, or site operations. Working alongside the EMEA Facilities & HSE Manager and wider site team, you will help maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment for all colleagues.

This is a development‑focused role with structured training, mentorship, and exposure to real‑world facilities operations in a high‑performing manufacturing environment.

• Support the coordination of external contractors carrying out maintenance, repairs, and site services.
• Assist with facilities administration tasks, including purchase orders, invoices, and documentation control.
• Help manage staff s, access fobs, and visitor passes in line with security procedures.
• Participate in routine site inspections, daily walkdowns, and general upkeep activities.
• Assist in weekly fire alarm testing and support fire safety activities under supervision.
• Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and asset recordkeeping.
• Help monitor and maintain site equipment, tools, and workshop areas.
• Contribute to health, safety, and environmental initiatives across the site.
• Provide hands‑on support to facilities projects such as refurbishments, office moves, or equipment installations.
• Other duties as assigned to support the wider Facilities function.

• Interest in facilities management, engineering, or building services (no previous experience required).
• Hands‑on, practical mindset with willingness to learn new skills.
• Good organisational and administrative abilities.
• Basic understanding of workplace health & safety (training will be provided).
• Strong communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Ability to work well within a team and follow instruction.
• Good problem‑solving approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• Competent with basic IT tools (email, spreadsheets, digital forms).
• Full training will be provided; previous technical or trade experience is a bonus but not essential.

• Structured on‑job training and development plan.
• Exposure to facilities management, building systems, safety and compliance, and manufacturing operations.
• Opportunity to gain recognised qualifications (dependent on apprenticeship route).
• Supportive environment within a global organisation committed to professional growth.
• Hands‑on experience contributing to real projects and site improvements.

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next‑generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward‑looking companies lead the way in software‑powered workflow solutions, data‑driven intelligence, AI‑powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive:
For you, for us, for growth.

About Fluke

Fluke is leading the world in creating software, test tools and technology that will support customers today and in the future.…