Launch Your Engineering Career with URM – Apprentice Engineer Role
We’re looking for our next Engineering Superstar to join URM, the UK’s leading glass recycling company. If you’re motivated, hands-on, and ready to build a future in engineering, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career.
As an Apprentice Engineer, you’ll be working on real equipment, solving real problems, and gaining industry-leading experience—all while completing a 4-year Mechatronics Technician Apprenticeship through Doncaster College.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Carrying out general and preventative maintenance on plant machinery
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Supporting major repairs and part replacements on large-scale industrial equipment
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Participating in health & safety training, site walk-arounds, and reporting
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Learning to operate plant vehicles such as Forklift Trucks
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Attending Doncaster College one day a week during term time for classroom-based learning
Who We’re Looking For:
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A motivated, technically-minded individual eager to learn
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Someone who thrives under pressure and can think on their feet
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A confident and personable team player with strong communication skills
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Committed to completing 4 years of combined work and education
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GCSE Grade 5/C or above in Maths and English
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A full UK driving licence is a plus
What We Offer:
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Competitive salary – starting at £21,000 per year
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Structured training via a 4-year Mechatronics Apprenticeship
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Hands-on experience with some of the UK’s top engineers and machinery
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Free or discounted food on-site
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Free on-site parking
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Health & safety and technical training
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Company events, referral programmes, and team incentives
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Company pension & sick pay
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Monday to Friday | Day shifts | No weekends
Application Notes:
Please include your availability for a telephone interview in your application.
Reference ID: APP – ENG – SK – 02
About URM:
At URM, we’re at the forefront of sustainable innovation in the UK’s recycling industry. We don’t just process glass—we power change, reduce waste, and develop future-ready engineers.
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