Die Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Step into a vibrant, team-based culture where you will be continually developed, empowering you to grow into the Die Maintenance Technician you want to be.

Our Die Maintenance Technicians ensure the quality and efficient tooling of the panels and parts that go into our world-class car production. Through planned maintenance and breakdown recovery they are hands-on with reactive repairs, preventative measures and exciting project work, including new model development and buy-offs.

From day one, you’ll enjoy our fast-paced, dynamic environment, gaining valuable insight into all aspects of automotive and manufacturing maintenance on this 5-year scheme. Our state-of-the-art machinery and tooling facilities, alongside our exceptional teams of experts, will give you the launchpad on which to build your skills and career in Die Maintenance.

This isn’t just an apprenticeship – it’s your pathway to becoming a vital part of our team.

You’ll be well supported by the Nissan experts found at our world-class plant, each ready to share their knowledge and encourage you as you grow. From the moment you step onto our shop floor, you’re treated as an equal – making real contributions to the manufacturing process and gaining life skills to take forward into your career.

It’s a hands-on and challenging scheme, designed to help you develop as far as you want to go. Shift work is part of the deal, but the rewards are exceptional – we invest in our apprentices because we believe in your potential to be part of our future. You will be rewarded by earning over £16,000 a year, with a host of perks including pension scheme, private healthcare, discounts, monthly prize draws and access to our employee discounted car scheme*.

So, are you ready to help influence our customers’ vehicle experience through building your input and expertise? Apply now and accelerate your career with a Nissan Die Maintenance apprenticeship.

*Eligible after 6 months’ employment and 1+ year of driving

Starting salary of £16,402

Hours: 39

Location: Nissan Sunderland Plant

Date Listed: 20 November 2024

Duration: 5 Years

Summary

You’ll get the best of both worlds on our 5-year scheme, with a blend of first-rate college learning combined with hands-on, real-world experience working within the plant. From day one, you’ll enjoy our fast-paced, dynamic environment, gaining valuable insight into all aspects of automotive and manufacturing. Our state-of-the-art machinery and tooling facilities, alongside our exceptional teams of experts, will give you the launchpad on which to build your skills and career as a Die Maintenance Technician.

Communication relating to your application will be via email to the e-mail address you have used during your application. Please check regularly. If you have any questions, please contact apprenticeships@nissan-nmuk.co.uk

Minimum Requirements

• 4 GCSE grades or equivalent (achieved or predicted)
• Mathematics (Grade A-B or 5+)
• English Language (Grade A-C or 4+)
• Two other subjects (Grade A-C or 4+)
• A can-do attitude, motivated to achieve in your daily work and learning
• 16 or over at the start of your apprenticeship
• The ability to commute to and from the Nissan Sunderland plant SR5 3NS
• Eligibility to work in the UK. You must have ordinarily resided in the UK & Islands for at least 3 years by Sept 2025 (proof will be requested during the selection process)
• Please note, we operate a zero-tolerance approach to drugs and alcohol and pre-employment testing is part of our recruitment process. Any failure will result in the withdrawal of any offer and non-progression of your application.

What you’ll be doing

• You will split your time between college learning and working within our world-class manufacturing plant
• You will work across departments such as Press Tooling, Injection Moulding Tooling and Bodyshop Tooling, giving you a good opportunity to learn different processes.
• You’ll acquire the skills and knowledge to work as a member of the team maintaining the production tooling at Nissan, including CNC machining centres for milling, turning, and grinding and welding materials in all disciplines (MIG, TIG, ARC), with breakdown recovery and planned maintenance forming your key responsibilities.
• You will develop a sound understanding of engineering drawings and will use CAD / CAM software for design and reverse engineering.
• Your emerging skills will also support the development of the current and future line-up of Nissan’s vehicles, including new model launches and associated production processes.

Through this blended approach, you will have the chance to achieve the following qualifications by the end of your apprenticeship:

• Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
• Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
• Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
• HNC in Engineering

*Performance dependent. All qualifications may be subject to change.

Benefits at a glance...

• Competitive salary (increased every six months based on performance) and pension
• Paid overtime and shift allowance (if applicable)
• 26 days' holiday per year (plus bank holidays)
• Residential team building trip to Derwent Hill
• Social and celebration events, monthly draws and employee discount scheme
• Opportunities to take part in CSR activities
• Progressive training and development
• Access to our on-site fitness centre, sports and social complex
• Private healthcare and Employee Assistance Programme
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Parental leave policy
• Discounted employee car scheme after 6 months (+1yr driving)

Apply for this job…

Before you apply for this role, we just need to know that you are eligible to apply. Please answer these questions before proceeding to application.

• Do you have the right to live and work in the UK? Yes No
• Will you be aged 16 or over on 1st September 2025? Yes No
• The role requires shift working. Are you able to commute to and from Nissan Sunderland Plant? Yes No

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