Engineering Apprentice Mars Wrigley Slough

This is an exciting opportunity to join a 4-year Apprenticeship where you will be working towards the Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification. You will take part in fantastic training courses and team building events whilst tackling real challenges and taking on real responsibility.

Youll need to be a great team player and communicator with the motivation to get results and a positive mindset. As a Mars Apprentice you will gain a professional qualification as well as on the job experience.

Salary 20000 rising on completion of each academic year annual bonus benefits

When we make brands that put smiles on peoples faces and create better moments for millions we feel a sense of pride in our work! Today our iconic products like M&MS SNICKERS ORBIT EXTRA and Skittles are enjoyed in more than 180 countries.

What are we looking for

• 5 GCSEs: Grade B / 5 or above (or equivalent) in Maths GCSEs Grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent) in English plus a Science and any two other subjects

• A demonstrable interest in Engineering and Leadership

• The ability to work as part of a team

• The desire to learn

• Willing and able to travel to our Slough site and Uxbridge College

• You may be required to work shifts in this role and as such we require you to be 18 by the 7th September 2026

• You must not have more than 2 years engineering experience prior learning or qualifications higher than an NVQ Level 3 in engineering

What would be your key responsibilities

With strong mentorship and coaching from our experienced Technical Associates you will be;

• Learning how to maintain our plant

• Learning how to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical faults

• Learning how to repair our equipment

• Applying all relevant Mars quality and safety systems to ensure the safety of people and products is maintained

• Working across various areas in our factory including Mechanical Electrical and Utilities

On successful completion of the Apprenticeship you will have demonstrated leadership and the ability to take ownership and accountability for equipment carry out complex fault diagnosis and repairs and provide technical coaching to others.

What can you expect from Mars

• Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.

Applications will be reviewed regularly and may close early if we receive a high number of applicants. We currently expect to hold our assessment day during Feb/March 2026.

Want to know more about the recruitment process Visit the Apprenticeship page on our careers website ( are keen for all applicants to demonstrate their full potential during our recruitment process. If you could benefit from any support or adjustments to this recruitment process for any reason including those related to a disability please let us know at . Any information you provide will be treated in confidence.

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