Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Macclesfield, UK

Starting base salary of £24,570+ 11% benefits fund + bonus

At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. We’re deeply committed to our strategy of being a great place to work. For us, that includes fostering an environment where everyone can be among inclusive, supportive individuals with curious minds.

A company that genuinely follows the science and values individuals at all levels, you’ll be backed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas to push the boundaries of science and continuously learn and explore.

Embrace the best of both worlds – learn and earn in a supportive team 

To truly unlock opportunity in today’s world, you need the combination of education and hands-on, practical experience that employers are looking for. Our apprenticeships offer just that. 

Through our apprenticeship programme, you’ll get stuck in on projects and tasks and earn a competitive salary whilst working towards a degree or qualification. Offering you the best of both worlds and a direct route into the career of your choice. 

Shape the future of engineering with AstraZeneca. Our Engineering Apprenticeship develops the technicians and engineers of tomorrow, working with some of the most advanced equipment in the industry to keep our medicines manufactured safely and reliably.

What you’ll do

• Build core skills across electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and process automation, learning to maintain complex equipment to the highest standards of safety, quality and documentation.

• Learn how production equipment and building systems operate, combining theory with handson practice.

• Contribute to engineering projects, including design, installation and testing.

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment through fault finding and diagnosis.

• Rotate across departments at our Macclesfield site for broad exposure and diverse learning.

How the programme works

• Year 1: You’ll spend most of your time at college building your theoretical foundation, with practical workshops to develop core skills.

• Years 2-4: You’ll be based on site as part of an engineering team, typically attending college one day per week to continue your studies.

• You’ll receive tailored, onthejob training from inhouse specialists, with a dedicated buddy and mentors to support you throughout.

Study towards nationally recognised qualifications: a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering followed by a Level 4 HNC in Engineering.We’ll consider your entry qualifications and support progression to the next level of study (which may include HND or above).

Why join us

• Real responsibility early on, working on live equipment and projects that make a difference.

• A supportive learning environment, structured training, and clear progression pathways.

• Experience across multiple engineering disciplines in a worldclass pharmaceutical setting.

We truly value Early Talent– their thoughts, ideas and contributions. So throughout the programme, you’ll be encouraged and inspired to speak up, have a voice and make an impact.

Essential skills/capabilities required:

• Good communication skills

• Good team working skills

• High organisation skills and confidence to work independently

• Logical thinking to be able to apply processes

• Have a rational approach to problem solving; making judgements based on sound reasoning, approaching problems in a logical manner

• Concerns for standards

• High numeracy and literacy skills

• Self-motivation

Entry Requirements:

• 5 GCSEs (grades 9-4) including English and Maths at grade 5 or above

• To have achieved or predicted to achieve a minimum of 1 A level or equivalent at Grade C (32 UCAS points)

This is a 4-year Fixed Term Contract opportunity based at Macclesfield, offering £24,570 starting base salary + 11% benefits fund + bonus. 

Opening date of advert: 12thJanuary 2026