Apprentice Mechanical Engineer

About Dalkia UK

At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.

Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.

Mechanical Trainee Advert - Biostar - Start Date: January 2027

Kickstart your career in Building Services Engineering with Dalkia Engineering and play a part in delivering innovative, energy-efficient solutions across the UK. We're looking for a motivated and ambitious Apprentice Mechanical Engineer to join our team initially in working on BioSTaR in Bracknell, Berkshire and then working on future projects in the South West as your experience develops.

This is a fantastic apprenticeship opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician qualification. You'll get dedicated support, progress reviews, and ongoing development opportunities throughout your course.

About the Role

As a Trainee Mechanical Engineer, you'll work on this international research laboratory project, learning from experienced professionals and contributing to real-world engineering solutions. You'll develop technical skills, commercial awareness, and a strong understanding of project delivery in a supportive, collaborative environment.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll gain practical experience across a variety of areas, including:

• Supporting project planning and coordinating workloads alongside the Project Leadership team
• Assisting in delivering projects efficiently and profitably
• Learning how to develop project programmes and track key milestones
• Helping manage procurement schedules and ensure materials are delivered on time
• Supporting tender processes, including understanding estimates and subcontract packages
• Attending meetings with subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Reviewing technical designs, drawings, and specifications
• Developing your understanding of health & safety standards and compliance
• Learning to interpret technical specifications, standards, and regulations

Who we're looking for;

Essential:

• 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above), including Maths, English, and Science
• Level 3 qualification (BTEC, A Levels, or relevant apprenticeship)

You will initially be site based in Bracknell and this site is not accessible by public transport. Therefore, you will need to have a full driving or motorbike licence to be considered.

Desirable:

• BTEC Level 3 in Building Services Engineering

In addition, you will need to be;

• Passionate about engineering and eager to learn
• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive
• A strong communicator and team player
• Analytical with problem-solving skills
• Able to show initiative and work well under pressure
• Driven with a winning mindset someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and strives for continuous improvement

Training & Development

Qualification: Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Building Services Engineering

Provider: Leeds College of Building

Format: Block release (1 week every 5 weeks) – all travel, accommodation and subsistence will be paid for by Dalkia during study weeks in Leeds.

Our Values

People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together – A collaborative team

Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success

Taking Responsibility – Making a positive difference

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.