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Food and Drink Maintenance Engineering Technician

Work with mechanical and electrical equipment plus highly automated programmable control systems.

Information & Requirements

Food and Drink Maintenance Engineering Technicians need to maximise the benefits of the technology and equipment they work with.

Depending on the type of product and plant in the company, engineering activities carried out will include routine maintenance, fault finding and diagnosis, testing and commissioning.

Career Paths

Engineering and maintenance skills are of vital importance to the food and drink sector and there is currently a great demand for engineers.

Your employer may offer opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeship or advance to gain a degree level qualification.

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Our Clients

MGTS has built long-standing relationships with some of the biggest names in industry, providing apprenticeship training for the next generation of the workforce, and upskilling experienced staff. Our clients include:

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Ready to start your career? Apply to MGTS today to find your perfect Apprenticeship and earn while you learn with professional qualifications and training.