Join Mars Wrigley as an Engineering Apprentice in Slough on a 4-year apprenticeship working towards a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification. Earn a starting salary of £21,000 plus an annual bonus, with training split between the Slough site and Uxbridge College.
Requirements
5 GCSEs including Grade B / 5 or above in Maths and Grade C / 4 or above in English, plus a Science and two other subjects.
Must be 18+ by 6th September 2027 as shift work may be required.
Maximum of 2 years engineering experience or prior learning, and no qualifications higher than an NVQ Level 3 in engineering.
Demonstrable interest in Engineering and Leadership, a desire to learn, and teamwork skills.
Skills & Responsibilities
Mechanical & Electrical Aptitude: Apply an interest in engineering to learn how to maintain plants, diagnose complex faults, and repair equipment.
Teamwork & Communication: Work collaboratively with diverse Associates and receive mentorship from experienced Technical Associates.
Safety & Quality Awareness: Apply Mars quality and safety systems to ensure the safety of people and products.
Potential transition routes: People from maintenance support or general technical backgrounds may bring transferable problem-solving and teamwork skills, alongside meeting the academic and age requirements for the apprenticeship.
Job description
Job Description:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a 4-year Apprenticeship, where you will be working towards the Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification. You will take part in fantastic training courses and team building events, whilst tackling real challenges and taking on real responsibility.
You’ll need to be a great team player and communicator, with the motivation to get results and a positive mindset. As a Mars Apprentice you will gain a professional qualification, as well as on the job experience.
Salary £21,000 rising on completion of each academic year + annual bonus + benefits
When we make brands that put smiles on people’s faces and create better moments for millions, we feel a sense of pride in our work! Today, our iconic products like M&M’S®, SNICKERS®, ORBIT®, EXTRA® and Skittles® are enjoyed in more than 180 countries.
What are we looking for?
5 GCSEs: Grade B / 5 or above (or equivalent) in Maths, GCSEs Grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent) in English, plus a Science and any two other subjects
A demonstrable interest in Engineering and Leadership
The ability to work as part of a team
The desire to learn
Willing and able to travel to our Slough site and Uxbridge College
You may be required to work shifts in this role, and as such we require you to be 18+ by the 6th September 2027
You must not have more than 2 years engineering experience, prior learning, or qualifications higher than an NVQ Level 3 in engineering
What would be your key responsibilities?
With strong mentorship and coaching from our experienced Technical Associates you will be;
Learning how to maintain our plant
Learning how to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical faults
Learning how to repair our equipment
Applying all relevant Mars quality and safety systems to ensure the safety of people and products is maintained
Working across various areas in our factory including Mechanical, Electrical and Utilities
On successful completion of the Apprenticeship you will have demonstrated leadership, and the ability to take ownership and accountability for equipment, carry out complex fault diagnosis and repairs and provide technical coaching to others.
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Applications will be reviewed regularly and may close early if we receive a high number of applicants. We currently expect to hold our assessment day during February 2027.
We are keen for all applicants to demonstrate their full potential during our recruitment process. If you could benefit from any support or adjustments to this recruitment process for any reason, including those related to a disability, please let us know at apprenticesupport@effem.com. Any information you provide will be treated in confidence.
