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Apprentice Construction Plant Engineer

Temporary

Who are McHale Komatsu and why join us?

At McHale Komatsu, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading construction equipment distributors. We supply some of the world’s most innovative machinery, including Intelligent Machine Control (iMC) and Hybrid Excavators—helping our customers improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

We’re committed to supporting our local communities, improving lives, and building a more sustainable future.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re creating a culture where enthusiastic and motivated individuals can build long-term careers within a respected and growing business. Known for our quality and innovation, we’re always looking for talented people to join our friendly and supportive team.

If you’re looking to start your career with a company that invests in you, we’d love to hear from you

About the role:

We are looking to recruit Apprentice Construction Plant Engineers to join our team and begin an exciting career in heavy plant engineering.

This is a fixed-term 4-year programme, including a 3-year college-based apprenticeship, designed to support your development from day one. You’ll work closely with experienced and qualified Service Engineers, gaining hands-on experience both in the workshop and out in the field.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to build a successful long-term career in the industry.

What you’ll be doing:

Alongside your college studies, you’ll gain practical experience by:

  • Working as part of a close-knit team in both workshop and field environments
  • Supporting the maintenance and repair of advanced construction equipment
  • Learning how to carry out major repair work and component inspections
  • Understanding how machinery and key components operate
  • Developing planning and problem-solving skills when diagnosing faults
  • Learning the importance of teamwork, communication, and safe working practices
  • Gaining insight into the support functions that keep operations running smoothly

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has a genuine interest in machinery or engineering
  • Enjoys problem solving and hands-on work
  • Is keen to learn and follow instructions
  • Works well as part of a team
  • Is motivated to build a long-term career in the industry

Qualifications:
GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above in Maths, English and Science

What we can offer you 

  • Competitive salary with increases throughout the programme
  • Pension scheme
  • Up to 27 days holiday (plus Christmas shutdown)
  • Structured on-the-job training and development
  • Mentoring and support from experienced engineers and managers
Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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