Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

We’re looking for a driven and enthusiastic individual to join our Product Inspection Service Engineering apprenticeship programme, starting in September 2026. You will have the opportunity to gain practical workplace experience alongside classroom-based learning, all while earning a salary.

Role

This role will involve gaining an overall experience in the manufacture and service of X-Ray equipment used for industrial applications, with the expected outcome of becoming a field-based service engineer within the Product Inspection division. 
 
 In parallel with factory-based and in-field activities, you will also attend college to complete your apprenticeship pathway qualifications on the EMT programme. 

Training

You will attend Cambridge Regional college for your education and then alongside the Engineering Maintenance Technician programme will follow a training pathway which includes exposure to departments such as Stores, Production, Quality, R&D, Design and Manufacturing Engineering. 
 
You will have the opportunity to rotate throughout the factory, acquiring the skills and knowledge about the processes involved in constructing our products. 

Expected outcome of becoming a field-based service engineer within the product inspection division.

Apprenticeship Standard
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Training Provider
CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday - Friday, 7am – 3pm, 30 min lunch.
Expected Duration
3 Years 4 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 18th September 2026
Start Date
Wednesday, 30th September 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade 4 or C (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE, grade 4 or C (Essential)

About the Employer

METTLER-TOLEDO SAFELINE X-RAY LIMITED
METTLER TOLEDO are a global manufacturer, with 18,000 employees worldwide. We specialise in manufacturing analytical and precision instruments across the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Our Product Inspection portfolio includes Metal Detection, Checkweighing, X-Ray Inspection and Vision Inspection

Job Details

Company
METTLER-TOLEDO SAFELINE X-RAY LIMITED
Location
Unit 1 Greenfield, Royston, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,600 a year
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