Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation) – Teva Pharm
To undergo comprehensive training and gain hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing a wide range of equipment, machinery, and facilities. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, will develop essential skills in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and preventive maintenance techniques. Develop knowledge and understanding of cGMP and Health & Safety requirements.
Qualification Requirements
- GCSE A*-C (9-4) in Science, Mathematics and English
- STEM-related subject at Level 2 prior to commencement of apprenticeship.
Salary – £19,292 per annum
Based on successful performance and completion of annual modules, pay will increase annually on the anniversary of start date.
Where modules are not completed, this will be reviewed.
Benefits
- Holiday Allowance – 25 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays
- Pension – Employee 5%, Employer 3%
- Onsite parking
- Onsite Canteen
Location – Runcorn WA7 3FA
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm with 30 minute lunch break
Duration – 42 months
Start Date – September 2025
Interview Date – Week Commencing 11th August
Closing Date for Applications – 28th July 2025
To Apply
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Job Description
To undergo comprehensive training and gain hands-on experience in maintaining and repairing a wide range of equipment, machinery, and facilities. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, will develop essential skills in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and preventive maintenance techniques. Develop knowledge and understanding of cGMP and Health & Safety requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Assist maintenance engineers in inspecting, diagnosing, installing, and repairing machinery, equipment, and facilities to gain experience in engineering hard skills
- Assist in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and identifying root causes of issues to develop problem solving skills.
- Learn to use a variety of tools and diagnostic equipment to maintain and repair machinery effectively.
- Assist in maintaining accurate maintenance records, including work orders, equipment manuals, and inventory of spare parts to develop administrative and organizational skills which are essential for operating in a cGMP environment.
- Participate in safety training programs and adhere to all safety protocols and procedures.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks and minimize downtime.
- Actively engage in learning opportunities and seek guidance from maintenance engineers to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
Contact with others
- Report to maintenance engineers and engineering managers. Receive mentorship and guidance from maintenance engineers and engineering managers.
Candidate Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and interest in engineering and maintenance.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions
- Basic knowledge of hand and power tools preferred but not required
- Commitment to safety and adherence to safety regulations.
- Entry level with no prior experience
Training To Be Delivered
Apprenticeship Standard: Science industry Maintenance Technician (Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation)
Training Provider: Cheshire College South & West
Delivery model: Day release and location – day release at Cheshire College – South & West. Year 1&2 – 2 days (Apprenticeship & BTEC), Year 3 – 1 day release.
Future Prospects
Role can lead directly into:
- Maintenance Engineer (Reporting into Maintenance Manager)
- C&I Engineer (Reporting into C&I Manager)
- Utilities Engineer (Reporting into Utilities & Facilities Manager)
Things To Be Considered
Site is based on an industrial estate with limited public transport access (Whitehouse Vale, Aston Lane North, Runcorn, WA7 3FA) – Apprentice must be able to reliably get to site for agreed working hours each week without issue.
About Teva Pharm
We touch the lives of over 200 million patients every day, and billions every year. After all, everyone needs healthcare or medication at some point. Yet until today, you may not have heard of us. We’re Teva, a global pharmaceutical company, committed to increasing access to high-quality healthcare to patients around the world and we currently have a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Engineer to join our team.
At Teva Runcorn, we develop, manufacture and market innovative and affordable medicines, specialising in sterile liquid products mainly used for treating respiratory conditions using Blow-Fill-Seal technology as well as injectable Combination Products such as our MS treatment Copaxone.
About this role
Caroline Lees
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