Apprentice Engineer

Apprenticeship Overview

Start your engineering career by choosing an engineering apprenticeship at apetito. Commencing 17th September 2026, the apprenticeship is for 4 years and will be full time, 5 days per week in Trowbridge.

During your development journey you will work towards a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification, combining on‑the‑job learning at apetito's food manufacturing facility with residential training at Make UK's fully equipped training centre in Witton, North Birmingham.

Training & Development

The apprenticeship will be delivered in a supported learning environment by qualified, experienced engineers. The residential component will be sponsored by apetito and will include hotel accommodation, meals and transport to the training facility.

Residential Training

• Year 1 – 6 x 4‑week residentials (4 nights Mon‑Thurs)
• Year 2 – 16 weeks
• Year 3 – 4 weeks
• Year 4 – ...