Manufacturing​/Mechatronics Engineering Apprentice

Manufacturing / Mechatronics Engineering Apprentice

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Manufacturing / Mechatronics Engineering Apprentice

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LOCATION:
Fivemiletown

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REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor

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CORE

HOURS:

Monday to Thursday 6.00am - 4.00pm (Days to be confirmed with enrolled)

Ready to kickstart your career?

We’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated Manufacturing / Mechatronics Engineering Apprentices to join our team! If you’re eager to learn, excited about engineering, and ready to earn while you learn, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. 🙌🔧

PROCESS OF APPLYING:

Applicants should apply to one of the approved Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) programmes relevant to this role. Suitable courses include:
Higher Level Apprenticeship in Mechatronics (part-time, 1 day per week study with employer support at SERC campuses in Bangor or Lisburn)
Higher Level Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (delivered at Northern Regional College, Ballymena – Farm Lodge campus) or Level 5 Higher Level Apprenticeships in Engineering (Manufacturing) or Engineering (Mechatronics) delivered by South West College, Omagh / Dungannon. Candidates must apply separately to their chosen college and meet the entry requirements for the programme.

The closing date for applications to this role is 30th March 2026
. Interviews will be held 20th–24th April 2026
. Successful candidates will be made a conditional offer of employment
, subject to acceptance and enrolment onto one of the above Higher Level Apprenticeship programmes.

WHY AG?

At AG, we’re building more than products – we’re building people. We trust our team with real autonomy, support their growth, and champion work-life balance because we know their best work comes from being their best selves. Respect, fairness and a commitment to well-being is how we operate. We genuinely care about each other, about our customers, and about making a positive impact in the communities we’re part of.

We’re proud of our heritage – generations of knowledge, know-how, and human energy combined. And we’re genuinely excited about building the future together. Our people’s work has purpose. Their potential is valued. We are AG.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Get hands‑on with real engineering work

• Assist in operating, monitoring, and maintaining production machinery.
• Work with cutting‑edge automated systems, robotics, and PLCs.
• Help diagnose, troubleshoot, and maintain mechatronic systems to keep operations running smoothly.

Learn essential engineering skills

• Carry out routine maintenance on manufacturing and automation equipment.
• Support production teams by helping resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to the installation and setup of new machinery and systems.

Prioritise safety & quality

• Follow all workplace safety procedures and health & safety regulations.
• Demonstrate strong technical awareness and excellent attention to detail.

Work, grow, and collaborate

• Be an enthusiastic, motivated learner with a willingness to develop new skills.
• Work effectively as part of a team with good organisation, communication, and emerging leadership skills.

Build your knowledge through training

• Attend classroom‑based learning sessions to develop theoretical understanding.
• Take part in structured training and certification programmes throughout your apprenticeship.

Renowned and respected designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of best in class walling, paving and facing brick.

• Medically fit to undertake the physical requirements of the job
• Works well on own initiative and as part of a team
• Able to demonstrate effective communication
• Applied and accepted into the relevant course
• Health and Safety Mindset
• Can travel to and from work

• Data Entry and Basic Computer Skills
• Situation Evaluation and Analysis
• Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs