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Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2)
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About this role
Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2)
Application Deadline: 28 February 2026
Department: People
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Rochdale
Reporting To: Emily Williams
Compensation: £15,392 / year
Description
Job Title: Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2)
Company: Salt Separation Services
Location: Rochdale, on-site
Department: Rotation around the whole company
Company: Salt Separation Services
Location: Rochdale, on-site
Department: Rotation around the whole company
Compensation: £15, 392 (1-year Apprentice Programme)
Salt Separation Services have been leading in desalination technology for over 35 years; specialising in the engineering, commissioning and servicing of reverse osmosis (RO) plants that provide drinkable water solutions across a variety of industries. Our systems are used in sectors including naval, oil, cruise ships, and more. We’re committed to designing reliable, high-quality RO and water filtration solutions that meet the unique demands of each industry and customer we serve. Join us on the path to simplifying access to water solutions for a broad and varied client base!
Key Responsibilities
Get hands-on experience learning how to engineer, design and build our bespoke and unique RO plants, we will give you the knowledge and skills to kickstart your career in engineering.
Our customers come to us with their unique and varied requirements for water treatment and we have the resources to meet their needs. By joining as an apprentice, you’ll be playing a key role in manufacturing products they need and helping keep alive a thriving, local UK business who supplies to global clients. But not only that, as we are a small business on one site, you'll be able to benefit from learning about how what it takes to go from a client request, right through to commissioning.
Our customers come to us with their unique and varied requirements for water treatment and we have the resources to meet their needs. By joining as an apprentice, you’ll be playing a key role in manufacturing products they need and helping keep alive a thriving, local UK business who supplies to global clients. But not only that, as we are a small business on one site, you'll be able to benefit from learning about how what it takes to go from a client request, right through to commissioning.
Become a technical expert in important disciplines like pipefitting, welding and more tool based skills. We'll support you by giving you all the guidance you need. Your work will be meaningful and working daily with our collaborative and inclusive teams will provide opportunity to develop with us as we grow. We pride ourselves on our values and the development for our colleagues.
But it's not just about what you learn, it's also about being part of the team - you will also drive forward key company projects playing your part.
But it's not just about what you learn, it's also about being part of the team - you will also drive forward key company projects playing your part.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
You need to be:
- Age: 16+
- Minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade A*-E / 9-3 including English and Maths.
Please note: our roles are subject to security and export control restrictions and your nationality or place of birth will apply.
Why Salt Sep?
Benefits:
A value at Salt Sep is family, and as such, we have designed benefits package which we believe give our people the very best support we can professionally, personally and for your future.
A value at Salt Sep is family, and as such, we have designed benefits package which we believe give our people the very best support we can professionally, personally and for your future.
- Competitive employer matched pension scheme (Aviva)
- Company Bonus Scheme
- Employee Referral Scheme
- Free Employee Assistance Services; giving counselling, GP access, financial and wellbeing advice.
- Life insurance
- Income protection (after 5 yrs service)
- Early finish Friday (finishing at 1pm)
- Plenty of training and development
- Holiday buy-back
- Excellent team building, social and company events
At Salt Separation Services, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a dynamic environment, as part of a small family-owned business.
We have some big goals on our horizon, we take pride in supporting our employees' own growth and provide a culture that values quality, communication, integrity, health and safety and family.
We have some big goals on our horizon, we take pride in supporting our employees' own growth and provide a culture that values quality, communication, integrity, health and safety and family.
We'd love to hear from you! Apply now...
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications.
The next steps
1. Our team will help look into your application
2. If successful, we'll arrange a quick chat
3. Initial Interview, will be with the hiring manager and there will be an element of demonstrating your skills.
4. Final stage, a peer interview to meet some of the people you'll be working along side.
5. Offer, and hopefully, acceptance!
Salt Separation Services is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued, we encourage all candidates from all backgrounds, and are very happy to facilitate any adjustment you might need.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications.
The next steps
1. Our team will help look into your application
2. If successful, we'll arrange a quick chat
3. Initial Interview, will be with the hiring manager and there will be an element of demonstrating your skills.
4. Final stage, a peer interview to meet some of the people you'll be working along side.
5. Offer, and hopefully, acceptance!
Salt Separation Services is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued, we encourage all candidates from all backgrounds, and are very happy to facilitate any adjustment you might need.
What you'll do
- The apprentice will gain hands-on experience in engineering, designing, and building reverse osmosis plants. They will play a key role in manufacturing products and contribute to various company projects.
About Salt Separation Services
Salt Separation Services Limited is an independent water treatment company specialising in the design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of water treatment systems.
The company works in the offshore oil and gas, marine (both naval and commercial) and industrial markets, concentrating on membrane separation processes, predominantly Reverse Osmosis (RO) and NanoFiltration, to desalinate water for drinking, process and industrial purposes.
Our experience covers a wide range of plant types, from low pressure RO for the treatment of tap water through to high pressure seawater RO desalination for fresh water production on-board ships, offshore platforms and on land.
We are able to manufacture plants of all sizes, from a 1m3/d package desalination plant through to custom built packages as large as 2,000m3/d installed on-site. Plants can also be offered designed and constructed inside standard ISO containers or trailer mounted, thereby allowing quick hook-up and commissioning.
Salt Separation Services are also able to supply and support other water treatment equipment, including softeners, ion exchange plant, filtration systems and UV disinfection equipment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2) do at Salt Separation Services?
As a Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2) at Salt Separation Services, you will: the apprentice will gain hands-on experience in engineering, designing, and building reverse osmosis plants. They will play a key role in manufacturing products and contribute to various company projects..
Is the Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2) position at Salt Separation Services remote?
The Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2) position at Salt Separation Services is based in Milnrow, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Engineering Operative Apprentice (Level 2) position at Salt Separation Services?
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