Overview
Join Environmental Combustion Technologies Ltd as an Apprentice Engineer and gain hands-on experience in advanced combustion systems. Work on real projects in engineering and manufacturing, contributing to sustainable solutions in cremation, incineration, and waste-to-energy.
About the apprenticeship
Responsible for the commissioning, service, and maintenance of a range of waste incineration, human cremation, and pet cremation equipment.
Installations can range from a simple, small-scale incineration unit featuring diesel-fueled package burners and relay logic control panel, to large scale fully automated systems utilising natural gas-fueled burners, a range of electromechanical components, hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC-based control systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Include the following; other duties may be assigned
- Carry out commissioning of equipment including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and operator training
- Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance activities as defined by the equipment O&M manuals
- Respond to emergency callouts to fault find and carry out reactive maintenance activities to bring the installation back to full operation efficiently
- Carry out upgrade works as required to ensure installations remain in full operational condition and in line with current technology/legislation etc.
- Liaise with the stores department to ensure all equipment required for each particular job is available for the scheduled visit
- Complete all necessary documentation associated with service activities including but not limited to Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and Permits to Work
- Assist with the generation, and ongoing development of departmental documentation such as service sheets, site spares lists etc. in line with the company's policy of continuous improvement
- Ensure that all clients are actively informed of work progression, as required, communicate with clients to build relationships and ensure a quality of customer service
- Complete all documentation required to evidence the visit and liaise with Service Management to ensure that clients are appropriately charged for work undertaken
- Ensure that company vehicle, tools and van stock are maintained as required
- Promote the sales of maintenance agreements, spares, upgrades and consumables
- Look for new sales opportunities and liaise with wider business to ensure we are positioned correctly to exploit such opportunities
- Due to the nature of some of the projects the applicant must have a flexible approach to work requirements and hours of work
- Additional duties as assigned
Apprenticeship qualification and training
- Gain hands-on experience in maintaining, servicing, and repairing engineering systems through the Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship
- Delivered via day release at Total People's state-of-the-art Engineering Training Centre in South Manchester (M22 9UH), this programme blends practical learning with technical knowledge. Apprentices develop core skills in fault-finding, inspection, and preventative maintenance, while specialising in either electrical or mechanical disciplines
- Off-the-job training is a key component, ensuring learners build competence and confidence in a real-world setting
Career progression
- Upon completion of your Engineering apprenticeship, you'll be equipped with industry-recognised skills, hands-on experience, and a strong foundation in combustion technologies
- You'll be ready to take on advanced roles in engineering, contribute to innovative projects, and grow within a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and technical excellence
About the employer
Environment Combustion Systems.
Employer
MATTHEWS ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Address
UNIT 2 & 3HYDE POINT DUNKIRK LANE
HYDE
CHESHIRE
SK14 4NL View Map