Process Engineering Apprenticeship

Overview

In this apprenticeship, you will follow a Process Engineering pathway, learning the science behind how we make sugar and how to control and monitor our process plants and its equipment efficiently, economically, and safely from slicing to diffusion and evaporation, to filtering.

A 36-month learning programme, following the Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician Standard, gaining all the practical experience alongside, to be ready to move into a Process Technician role.

Working from our Bury St Edmunds, Cantley, Newark or Wissington factory sites, on a 12-hour shift pattern comprising day and night shifts. This includes working some weekends and bank holidays.

What this scheme gives you the opportunity to do

• Learn how the key operational functions Extraction, Refinery, Pulp Management, Energy, Co-Products and Customer Supply work within our factories.
• Gain a solid knowledge of our processes and equipment.
• Understand our systems and procedures to work safely and efficiently.
• Develop the behavioural skills to be a great team member.

Qualifications

You will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Level 5/C or above which must include Maths, English and a Science.

Candidates must be able to travel to the workplace.

Closing Date: 5th April 2026

British Sugar is committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive, within a culture of inclusion; a culture that empowers and respects everyone.

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