Location: Vauxhall, North Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, England, CH65 1AL

Salary: Up to £25,000

Ready to turn your potential into something extraordinary?

At Mitie, we're the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company. We deliver critical services that power businesses, communities, and individuals across the nation. Joining Mitie means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the passion to make a difference. We're here to help you kick off your career with purpose, passion, and plenty of support.

Whether you're stepping into your first job or looking to change your career, our apprenticeships are your ticket to learning, earning, and achieving. With us, you'll gain nationally recognised qualifications, real-world experience, and a competitive salary – all while being part of a company that truly cares about its people and the planet.

We're proud to be one of the Top 100 Apprentice Employers in the UK and a leader in creating inclusive workplaces where everyone can shine. Together, we're shaping brighter futures – for you, for our communities, and for our world.

What you will be doing?

As an Apprentice Forklift Engineer, you'll be at the heart of supporting the servicing, repair and maintenance of a wide range of lift trucks and powered access vehicles. This includes:

Manual, electric, diesel, LPG and hybrid-powered machines

Tracked and wheeled units

Vertical mast machines (static and self-propelled)

Vehicle-mounted equipment

Scissor lifts, articulated and telescopic booms, and elevated work platforms

Specialist equipment designed for unique applications

Day to day, you'll be involved in:

Inspecting, servicing and maintaining vehicles and equipment

Diagnosing and repairing faults

Assisting with routine and reactive maintenance

Working directly with customers and colleagues, always delivering high-quality service and care

Ensuring all work complies with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) standards

You may interact with supervisors, warehouse staff, engineers, colleagues, and customers. 

As part of your Apprenticeship, you'll be enrolled onto the Lift Truck and Powered Access Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship, delivered by SMB Group. This programme runs for 3 years and includes block release to college every 12 weeks, with all travel and accommodation fully funded by Mitie. You will be supported through 1:1 guidance, technical coaching, e-learning resources and a dedicated Apprenticeship Team to help you thrive.