When you work for John Crane, you join a community driven by pioneering spirit and a legacy of innovation. Our engineered solutions drive reliability, uptime and energy efficiency, empowering the world’s largest energy service providers to achieve sustainability goals that shape the future of our world. If you’re ready to accelerate the new energy transition through technology leadership, innovative solutions and service excellence, you'll fit right in.

The Trade Apprentice Trainee will undergo structured on-the-job training in manufacturing operations, machine handling, maintenance practices, quality standards, and workplace safety. The trainees will work under the guidance of experienced supervisors and technicians to develop technical skills and gain practical industry experience as per the Apprentices Act.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in production, assembly, machine operation, and maintenance activities.
• Learn and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality requirements.
• Support preventive maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental guidelines.
• Maintain workplace cleanliness and follow 5S practices.
• Complete assigned training modules and practical assessments.
• Report daily activities and observations to the supervisor.
• Participate in continuous improvement and team activities.

• ITI pass in relevant trades (Fitter).
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial safety.
• Willingness to learn and work in a factory environment.
• Good discipline, teamwork, and communication skills.

Training Benefits

• Hands-on industrial training for 1 year.
• Exposure to modern manufacturing practices and equipment.
• Monthly apprenticeship stipends as per company policy and applicable regulations.
• Certificate of Apprenticeship upon successful completion.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)