Education (incl. Apprentices / Graduates & Trainees)

United Kingdom, Nottingham

October 10 2026

Full time

Apprentices (Fixed Term)

Job benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Continuous personnel development (e-learnings & projects)

Free day to volunteer

About the position

GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Guided by a strong sense of purpose, our more than 18,000 dedicated employees work to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

Your responsibilities and tasks

You will be joining a strong team with 8 Engineers based in Nottingham and expected to travel to various sites in the midlands Area where we handshake with the Spalding Service Branch. You will be enrolling on a 4-year program to develop you into an Industrial Refrigeration Field Service Engineer working across a wide verity of customer site covering a vast range of manufacturing process. For the first part of your program, you will spend all your time shadowing Qualified Engineers, learning on the tools & be expected to drive your own progress & development. The apprenticeship program is aimed to give an individual the opportunity to develop themselves & will rely on being inquisitive, asking questions and getting involved.

The Apprenticeship Program is aimed to develop individuals to become Competent Industrial Refrigeration Engineers. Later, in the progress of your Apprenticeship you will be expected to attend sites to complete Planned Maintenance, Breakdowns and lead Service tasks. Then moving towards the final year of your Program, you will be expected to cover Standby with appropriate support. We will also aim to give you experience ‘’in the Office’’ so you will be able to see both sides of the Service Branch Operation; quoting, problem solving, planning, and prioritising tasks based on severity.

Key Learning Areas:

• Level 3 In Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
• ‘’On the Tools’’ experience from Day 1 working with experienced Industrial Refrigeration Engineers
• Develop an in depth understanding of Mechanical & Electrical Control Circuits including troubleshooting, fault finding & repair
• Development of Soft Skills working with a range of customer from different background all with different priorities and requirements
• Manufacturing Processes
• Health and Safety in the workspace

Your profile and qualifications

• Full UK Driving License
• GCSEs C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent)
• Keen interest in Engineering/Mechanical subjects
• Inquisitive mindset
• Soft skill – be confident in asking questions
• Punctual, motivated & proactive
• Team player

About GEA

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Why join GEA

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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