Engineering
technician
apprenticeships

Engineering
technician
apprenticeships

Your pathway to success.

Engineering technician apprenticeships – maintenance, installation and operations.

Engineering
technician
apprenticeships

About the programme

These apprenticeships will give you essential skills to service, remove, maintain and repair a range of engineering, electrical or mechanical equipment.

Once you’re qualified these skills will open the door for you to work in a wide range of industries.

Careers

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Foot Mobile Engineer

Location: London

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 29-05-2025

FOOT MOBILE ENGINEERWates have excellent opportunity for an experienced Mobile Foot Engineer to join the team on our client's offices in Central London.ABOUT THE ROLEThe primary focus of this role will be to conduct planned preventative Mechanically, Electrically, Multi-disciplined, AC biased maintenance and reactive works to the buildings plant, equipment, and systems, as well as respond to site engineering emergencies on behalf of our clients.What is important to us is your natural communication skills to deliver high levels of customer service at all times, your ability to effectively multi-task, work to tight deadlines and problem solve on the job; whilst always promoting health & safety excellence.Having the relevant qualifications and experience for your discipline is essential for your success in this role however, what is most important to us is your effective communication skills which always enable delivery of prominent levels of customer service. You will also be confident is your proven ability to effectively multi-task, work to tight deadlines and problem solve on the job; whilst always promoting health & safety excellence.This is a terrific opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.Some of the other Key Accountabilities as Mobile Foot Engineer include: Electrical or Mechanical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds. Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared for all tasks conducted to provide safe working practices. Supervise subcontractors effectively. Record all reactive and PPM tasks accurately and in detail using report sheets and ensure signed by the client weekly. Ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures. Good knowledge of a plant room and day to day building maintenanceWHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 5% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/*Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Foot Mobile Engineer

Location: London

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 29-05-2025

FOOT MOBILE ENGINEERWates have excellent opportunity for an experienced Mobile Foot Engineer to join the team on our client's offices in Central London.ABOUT THE ROLEThe primary focus of this role will be to conduct planned preventative Mechanically, Electrically, Multi-disciplined, AC biased maintenance and reactive works to the buildings plant, equipment, and systems, as well as respond to site engineering emergencies on behalf of our clients.What is important to us is your natural communication skills to deliver high levels of customer service at all times, your ability to effectively multi-task, work to tight deadlines and problem solve on the job; whilst always promoting health & safety excellence.Having the relevant qualifications and experience for your discipline is essential for your success in this role however, what is most important to us is your effective communication skills which always enable delivery of prominent levels of customer service. You will also be confident is your proven ability to effectively multi-task, work to tight deadlines and problem solve on the job; whilst always promoting health & safety excellence.This is a terrific opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.Some of the other Key Accountabilities as Mobile Foot Engineer include: Electrical or Mechanical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds. Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared for all tasks conducted to provide safe working practices. Supervise subcontractors effectively. Record all reactive and PPM tasks accurately and in detail using report sheets and ensure signed by the client weekly. Ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures. Good knowledge of a plant room and day to day building maintenanceWHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 5% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/*Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

HR Assistant

Location: Leatherhead

Job Type: HR

Application Deadline: 22-05-2025

Exciting 12-Month Opportunity – HR Assistant (Parental Leave Cover)Location: Leatherhead Office ¦ HR Shared Services TeamWe have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Assistant to join the Wates Group on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover parental leave. This role sits within our dynamic HR Shared Services Team, based in our Leatherhead office.ABOUT THE ROLEThis is an ideal opportunity for someone who is customer-focused, highly organised, and looking to build on their HR experience within a supportive and collaborative environment.To succeed in this role, you’ll bring strong administrative skills—ideally gained in an HR setting—and be confident using MS Office tools. Discretion and confidentiality are essential, as is a professional and proactive approach to your work.We’re looking for someone with excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong attention to detail, and ideally, someone who is studying towards or already holds a CIPD or similar qualification.As HR Assistant, you will: Provide end-to-end support across the employee lifecycle in a timely and customer-centric manner Maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data across HR systems Support the HR team with project work and operational delivery Operate with discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality at all timesWHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share Flexible working options Extensive corporate benefits including Private Medical Insurance, Pension (6% employer contribution), 26 days holiday + bank holidays, and access to our Health and Wellness programme Excellent learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Market-leading family leave benefits, including 26 weeks of fully paid maternity leave and 12 weeks of fully paid paternity leaveDiscover more about Life at Wates: https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Mobile Engineer

Location: London

Job Type: Engineering

Application Deadline: 29-05-2025

MOBILE M&E ENGINEERHere at Wates, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Mobile M&E Engineer to join our Facilities Management mobile team supporting our clients based in London and around the M25.The main objective is for you to carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) to Mechanical plant, including Reactive Maintenance and extra works/emergencies in accordance with the contract requirements on Mechanical & Electrical Services.To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following:• Knowledge of mechanical and building services maintenance• Previous FM experience managing multiple sites• Strong Electrical / Mechanical Experience• Electrical or Mechanical qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds.• Good knowledge of a plant room and day to day building maintenanceKey Accountabilities will include:• Ensure all works are delivered in guidance of the legislation and contractual obligations• Utilise CAFM/PDA technology for real time job updates, and provide detailed/comprehensive reports on works delivered• To respond in a prompt and effective manner to all reactive maintenance issues and help desk requests associated with the mechanical systems• To respond to call outs and cover breakdowns and emergencies associated with the electrical / mechanical services aspects of the contract as required.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, plus performance related reviews, opportunities for growth and advancement within the team Van, Extensive corporate benefits including, Pension, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting


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