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Monaghan, Monaghan, Ireland

Monaghan, Monaghan, Ireland

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My job Apprentice Engineer Location: Shillelagh, Carrickmacross Start Date: September 2026 Why Choose an Apprenticeship with Pilgrim's Europe? Real Skills. Real Opportunities. Real Impact. Our engineering apprenticeship gives you the chance to earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and build a long-term career in one of Europe's leading food businesses. What you'll do: Join our engineering team to maintain and repair machinery, solve problems, and keep our business running smoothly. You'll learn hands-on while working towards a Level 3 Engineering qualification. Over the course of the programme, you'll gain skills in areas such as: Mechanical and electrical maintenance Fault finding and diagnostics Health and safety best practices Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing techniques Teamwork and communication in a professional environment What we're looking for: Curiosity about how things work and a practical approach to problem-solving Positive attitude and commitment to learning Strong communication and teamwork skills Junior Cert (at least 5Ds achieved) and ideally Leaving Cert Must be 18+ by September 2026 What you'll get in return: Permanent contract from day one Structured training combining classroom and on-the-job learning Support from your manager, mentor, and experienced engineers A recognised Level 3 qualification Competitive salary with increases as you progress Benefits including pension, employee discounts and more Clear career progression opportunities in one of Europe's leading food companies What to expect when you apply: After the closing date, shortlisted candidates complete online numerical and mechanical reasoning tests to assess aptitude for this role and the study required Successful candidates will be invited to an open day on site to have a site tour and meet the engineering team. There will also be an interview and assessmen The company Pilgrim's Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets. Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products. Across Pilgrim's Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim's Europe team are based in our Pilgrim's UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim's Food Masters and Pilgrim's Shared Services businesses. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

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