Reliability Maintenance Apprentice

Sika is a speciality chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for waterproofing, bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and manufactures in over 400 factories with more than 34,000 employees generating an annual turnover of CHF 11.8 billion in 2024.

We have an exciting opportunity for an apprenticeship within the UK Maintenance Systems team to continue the development of our asset management capabilities and maintenance competencies to optimise performance across both legacy and contemporary equipment.

Location: Site-based Leeds

About the Asset Management Apprenticeship at Sika

Substantial capital investment in advanced manufacturing technologies across Sika UK's operational portfolio has fundamentally transformed the asset base, introducing unprecedented levels of automation, digital integration, and process complexity. Robust asset management practices are consequently critical to preserving operational excellence, ensuring asset reliability, maintaining regulatory compliance, and maximising return on capital employed.

Sitting within the Operations function, the Maintenance Systems team take the lead in the development, implementation and improvement of the maintenance strategies via a CMMS across all Sika’s UK manufacturing sites. The Apprentice Asset Management Technician position will provide long-term support to Sika’s maintenance, engineering and asset management strategy

The Opportunity

This is a varied role where you will have the opportunity to-

• Complete a Level 4 Apprenticeship in Asset Management with a combination of academic study and work-based learning
• Perform an integral role delivering the programme for the lifecycle management of Sika’s key assets combining advanced maintenance strategies, strong engineering principles and digital tools
• Work across departments to develop solutions and implement processes that drive compliance, resource management and operational performance

The Support

You will work alongside an experienced team of engineers who will ensure the portfolio of evidence from the work environment applies the formal learning. You will have a Sika mentor to ensure you are supported through off the job training is effective and relevant. You will also be supported by an Apprenticeship Quality Coach to ensure your progress remains on track.

The Competencies required

This is a Higher Degree Apprenticeship. The course entry requirements are

• Minimum 64 UCAS points from any combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications including Maths
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above
• Other alternative qualifications may be considered

Ideally you will have experience in an engineering or maintenance activities, and you will be a self-motivated, inquisitive and enthusiastic team player

The Rewards

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits including

• 25 days annual leave per year
• 40 hours per week (08:00-16:00 plus 30 mins break)
• Enrolment in the Sika Group Person Pension Scheme

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please include your CV and covering letter

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.