A knowledgeable, skilled, & motivated team eager to share their expertise on the theoretical & practical competences required for an esteemed career in Green Energy. As part of this fascinating position, candidates will be working alongside our expert teams to manage the efficient operation of the state-of-the-art facility in Kent.
Wage £18,000 a year
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- Annual wage £18,000 - Year 1 of Apprenticeship
- £21,158 - Ages 18, 19, 20 and after Year 1 of Apprenticeship is completed
- £24,785 - 21 & over and after Year 1 of Apprenticeship is completed
Training course Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed but may include early start or late finish times to ensure you experience all aspects of EfW operations. 37.5 hours a week. 37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date Tuesday 25 August 2026
Duration 3 years
Positions available 1
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
The ideal candidates should be logical, capable of solving problems efficiently, and have a hands-on, practical approach to learning and work. A curious mindset, coupled with respect and a strong work ethic, is essential to succeed and grow in this dynamic learning environment.
Over the 3+ years they will be involved in activities such as:
- Fault finding; learn to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment
- Working safely; Write risk assessments, and procedures to work safely Utilising H&S reporting tools
- Operating and inspecting the process plant; including the incinerator, compressors, turbines, generators, boilers, conveyors, shredders, fans, valves, turbines, and pollution control equipment to ensure the process is safe, compliant and optimised.
- Using computer control systems; to interrogate process data and drive improvements in plant operation.
Where you'll work
FCC Environment Allington EfW
Laverstoke Road 20
20 Business Park Allington
Maidstone Kent ME16 0LE
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider HUMBERSIDE ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Training course Engineering technician (level 3)
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Training schedule
This apprenticeship includes 10-12 months on-site training with HETA in Hull. Once Year 1 is completed at least 20% of your working hours at the EfW facility will be spent under supervision, training or studying.
More training information
The successful candidate will be trained to a high level in the operation of an energy from waste plant i.e. safety, responsibly and profitably. They will also learn to drive & operate heavy mobile plant and cranes, and gain experience in the hands-on operation of process plant, including the incinerator, compressors, turbines, generators, boilers, conveyors, shredders, fans, valves, turbines and pollution control equipment, and to be part of a successful team operating an Energy from Waste facility.
The apprenticeship will be split into two parts over 3 years. The First Year will be spent under the tuition and supervision of the HETA Academy. Years 2 & 3 will be spent back at home working within the EfW towards the achievement of their apprenticeship under the shared tuition and supervision of HETA and FCC Allington EfW (Kent Enviropower).
Essential qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English
- Maths
- Science (grade 5 and above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Own your own vehicle
- Full Manual Driving License
Other requirements
We need to know by way of a covering letter or personal statement:
- What you are interested in?
- What you have been up to in your spare time?
- Why you are interested in FCC Environment?
- Why working in Green Energy appeals to you?
FCC Environment is one of the UK's leading waste and resource management companies employing more than 4,200 people. We provide a range of services, from collecting business and municipal waste to quarrying, recycling, and processing. We generate green energy from waste, recycle waste into new materials, promote reuse though our reuse shops and play a leading role in maintaining the circular economy.
http://www.fccenvironment.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- £50 Weekly Welfare Allowance
- Funded Accommodation
- Paid in YEAR 1 ONLY & while attending the HETA Academy
- This is a fully funded qualification via the FCC Recycling (UK) Ltd Growth & Skills Levy.
- Successful candidates will have access to our internal vacancies and can apply for jobs ahead of any competition. We hope candidates chose us as their long-term career choice.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
FCC RECYCLING (UK) LIMITED Allington EfW Kent Enviropower
Gaye Glading
gayeglading@gmail.com
07809253621
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029826.
