Laundry Engineering Apprentice Role with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
Green Vale Laundry, Cwmbran NP44 8YN

Type
Fixed term, Full-time (48 months)

Salary (£)
27,898 to 30,615 a year (Annex 21 applies)

About NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) is not your typical employer. They’re building something bigger than just systems and facilities—they’re helping shape the future of healthcare services across Wales.

Through collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to doing things better, NWSSP creates environments where people feel supported and empowered. They’re invested in your growth, not just your output.

Working in their Laundry Engineering Department, you’ll be part of a close-knit crew that’s all about sharing knowledge, solving real-world problems, and delivering high-quality service behind the scenes.

Job details

Benefits

• 4-year paid apprenticeship leading to a nationally recognised HNC qualification
• Day release to local college for technical certification
• Hands-on experience maintaining real NHS laundry equipment
• Mentorship from expert engineers who know the ropes and love to share
• Supportive work environment focused on continuous learning
• Pathway to multiskilled technician status in your final year

Requirements

• GCSEs (A* to C) or equivalent in key subjects
• Enthusiastic about learning through both hands-on work and classroom study
• Keen eye for detail and commitment to safe working practices
• Strong problem-solving attitude and willingness to muck in
• Passion for a career in engineering with real-world impact
• Welsh speaking is desirable but not essential

Salary Details

• Band 4, £27,898 to £30,615 per year
• Apprenticeship pay structured under Annex 21, increasing as you progress

About the Role

This isn’t just a job—it’s your launchpad into a fulfilling career in engineering within the NHS.

As a Laundry Engineering Apprentice, you’ll roll up your sleeves and learn the ins and outs of maintaining and repairing vital laundry systems that keep the healthcare world running. From reactive fixes to planned upgrades, every task helps hospitals function smoothly.

They’ll guide you every step of the way, pairing college training with hands-on experience across their sites. As you gain confidence, you’ll work toward becoming a single-skilled maintenance technician—with the option to expand your skills even further in your final year.

If you’re looking for UK job opportunities that build real expertise and provide career growth, this is your shot.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day maintenance of laundry systems that serve NHS hospitals
• Learn through observation, then step up to hands-on repair and installation
• Attend college classes and apply knowledge in real time on the job
• Take responsibility for planned and emergency maintenance tasks
• Work closely with a skilled team that’s got your back
• Build a foundation in safe engineering practices and troubleshooting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications

Equal Opportunity Statement

NWSSP is proud to be a workplace where all voices are heard and valued. They actively support equality, diversity, and inclusion at every level and welcome applicants from all backgrounds

Employer Details

• Company Name NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership
• Address Green Vale Laundry, Llanfrechfa Grange, Cwmbran, NP44 8YN
• Contact David Jones | David.Jones38@wales.nhs.uk

Reference Number
043-EA040-0725

How To Apply
Want a career where you learn by doing and make a difference from day one? Apply now and let your future start here.