Controls Apprentice

Contract Type: Fixed Term Apprenticeship 3-4 years

Salary: Market Leading Salary

Location:  Wrexham  

Start Date: September 2025

We’re looking for a motivated individual, who has already completed Year 1 of a full time Electrical Engineering course (Level 3) and is now seeking an apprenticeship to continue learning while gaining hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.

This is an opportunity to join our team and develop skills in control systems, automation and PLCs while working towards completion of an apprenticeship.

What you’ll be doing: 

•    Working on site at our Wrexham Plant (with day release to college)

•    Supporting the installation, maintenance and fault finding of control systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, sensors and drives)

•    Assisting wit troubleshooting and root cause analysis of automation issues

•    Learning how to interpret electrical drawings and control schematics

•    Contributing to control system upgrades and improvement projects

•    On the job training courses such as Siemens S7, TIA, G120, SCADA

What we’re looking for: 

•    Someone who has completed Year 1 of a full time Electrical Engineering course at college 

•    5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including Maths, English and a science or Technical subject (strong maths is skills required therefore a GCSE grade A in Maths is preferred, but not essential) 

•    A keen interest in control systems, automation and engineering

•    Strong problem solving and communication skills

•    High attention to detail and a commitment to working safely

•    Familiarity with Microsoft Office

•    Understanding of basic engineering principles

What you’ll gain: 

•    Continued study through college on a day release basis

•    Practical skills in automation and control

•    Work experience in a manufacturing setting

•    A pathway to a long term career in Engineering 

Why Join Us?

At Ardagh, we are committed to fostering an environment of continuous growth and development. In addition to a rewarding career, we offer a competitive benefits package, including Private Medical Insurance, an Annual Incentive Bonus, a Competitive Pension Plan, and Life Insurance Cover. Join us and take the next step in your career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal well-being.

Please note that due to the large number of applications we receive for our vacancies, our response times may be longer than usual. We aim to review all applications carefully and will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the next stage.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 2nd July 2025.

About Ardagh Metal Packaging

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas, with innovative production capabilities, 23 production facilities, more than 6,000 employees and recorded revenues of $4.8 billion in 2023.

AMP is 76%-owned by Ardagh Group and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker AMBP.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global supplier of infinitely recyclable metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for brand owners around the world. We have grown to a team of approximately 20,000 people with revenues of more than $9 billion. Today we have a presence across the Americas, Europe and Africa.

· Ardagh produces many of the beverage cans and bottles that contain your favourite beverages.

· Our packaging is manufactured from metal and glass - permanent materials that can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality.

· Ardagh produces more than 60 billion containers per year (more than 160 million containers per day).

The future we’re creating for Ardagh is built around our four Core Values of Inclusion, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you’ll enjoy the journey!