Engineering Apprenticeship

Since its formation in 1978, Moore Concrete Products Ltd has developed into a world class, quality focused, precast concrete manufacturer based outside Ballymena. The company is customer focus led, ensuring the continued evolution of our extensive product range, designed to meet the requirements of civil infrastructure, agriculture and building customers across the UK and Ireland.

Moore Concrete’s Apprenticeship Programme is an opportunity that we pride ourselves in offering to individuals studying all levels of apprenticeships, providing them with the platform to upskill, develop their knowledge and gain relevant work experience alongside their studies.

We are currently recruiting an Engineering Apprentice to join our maintenance team. The purpose of this role is to allow individuals to upskill and develop throughout the business, which will coincide with their studies – benefitting them academically as well. We will work alongside each individual to help cater their needs to grow.

Hours of Work:

Hours will be variable between 32 – 48 hours per week as needed. Standard hours of work will be Monday – Friday 06:00am – 15:00pm or 08:00am to 17:00pm however flexibility to work overtime and/or Saturdays as necessary is essential. Please make HR aware of what day(s) you will require for day release to college / university.

Outline Responsibilities:                            

Depending on area within the business, apprentices will be expected to

• Bring high quality and efficient approach to all processes involved in.
• Use skills learnt within further education to bring across different approaches and outlooks on processes to work more efficiently – working alongside management to bring these points across.
• Learn and perform basic welding techniques such as MIG, TIG, and arc welding.
• Weld steel plates according to specifications and engineering drawings.
• Cut, shape, and prepare steel plates using hand tools and machinery.
• Ensure surfaces are clean and properly prepared for welding.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures, including PPE use and fire hazard prevention.
• Understand and apply welding safety protocols to prevent injuries and defects.
• Interpret engineering blueprints and welding symbols to execute accurate welds.
• Inspect welds for defects and ensure they meet industry standards.
• Learn how to use measuring tools for quality assurance.
• Keep welding tools, equipment, and workspaces clean and well-maintained.
• Assist in routine maintenance.
• Learn from supervisors and participate in on-the-job training.
• Any other duties as required by the Maintenance Manager.

Essential Criteria:

• Willingness to learn and upskill
• Studying or applying to study a Engineering, Welding or similar apprenticeship.

• Understanding of Health & Safety at work.
• Flexibility in working hours and strong adaptability skills.
• Good communication and teamwork experience.
• Willing to clean and maintain working area.
• An understanding of both written and spoken English

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous work experience in a working environment
• The ability to read technical/construction drawings
• Experience with hand / air and power tools
• CSR

Company Benefits:

• 30 days holidays (including stats)
• Company Performance Related pay (PRP) scheme
• Private Healthcare scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Employee Referral scheme
• AXA Insurance discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance policy

Closing date for applications: 21^st February 2025 @5pm

Please visit our website www.moore-concrete.com/career to apply for this vacancy.

Moore Concrete is an Investors in People Company and Equal Opportunities Employer