Modern Apprenticeship - Mechanical Engineering, Montrose, UK, 2026

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J oin GSK 's Apprentice ship Program me - UK , 202 6 : Help us get ahead of disease together and earn while you learn

GSK Apprenticeships are a brilliant alternative to college courses or university . As one of the world's leading biopharma companies, we offer an on-the-job learning experience that really stands out. You'll earn a salary for performing a real role - with your practical experience backed by classroom sessions.

You will be working at GSK's Montrose manufacturing facility where you'll be learning how to maintain and improve our pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and facilities. We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.

We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Register on our GSK candidate insight and engagement platform GSK Get Ahead - Connectr to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and the application processes.

Education Required

• Must have/be predicted to achieve a minimum of five Scottish National 5s at grade A-C (or five Standard grades at grades 1-3) (or equivalent)
• Must include Math's at a B or above, a Science subject and English at C or above
  
  

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English .

Other Requirements

• If offered a position the candidate must be willing to enroll and meet entry requirements.
• This role is primarily site-based . Must be able to commute to the Montrose site and Dundee and Angus College
  
  

Expected start date: July 202 6

Duration: 4 years

Application deadline: We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We will close this vacancy when we have enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can so your application can be considered.

Assessment centre date: Assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held April/May 202 6 .

We are looking for motivated individuals with a willingness and enthusiasm to learn, who are excited to join GSK to carry out a range of operational and logistical activities in a dynamic environment . No prior experience is required as you will be given full training .

We want you to feel truly motivated and passionate about the Apprenticeship you choose. Take the time to research thoroughly before applying, as you'll need to show us why this role is the role for you. Wishing you the best of luck with your application!

Are you looking to gain a head start in your career where you can help positively impact the health of billions of people? Apply for the Apprenticeship programme at GSK today!

Here are some of the motivations of our current apprentices . Does this sound like you?

• Fraser Clark, Montrose Site, Mechanical Apprentice:
  
  

" A modern a pprenticeship gives you the practical along with the theory, so you basically earn , and you learn and work with great people along the way . "

Ahead together with tailored training and career development

This is a 4-year practical, hands-on apprenticeship where you'll be working towards a level 3 Engineering Technician qualification through Dundee and Angus College for Mechanical.

Your studies are fully funded by GSK, and through your day-day work you'll have lots of opportunities to apply your theoretical knowledge in a real-world manufacturing environment.

You will have a buddy and/or mentor who will help you to prepare for joining GSK and who will be there to offer support and guidance throughout your apprenticeship

What will you do?

• Learn how to maintain equipment and carry out routine maintenance
• Fault find, diagnose and resolve breakdowns
• Recommend and action improvements

Option to opt into our share save plan which gives you long-term incentives by linking your rewards to our longer-term performance.

Engage with Employee Resource Groups, providing opportunities to network, gain mentorship, and grow personally and professionally.

Access to NxtGen which is a community of Early Careers programme participants offering development, networking and social connections to help you make the best of your programme. You will also be invited to join LinkedIn groups and pre-joining webinars, to enable you to connect and network with new students. 

2 volunteering days per year, called "Together Days"

Let's do this!

For hints, tips and guidance for getting onto a GSK apprenticeship, register on our GSK candidate insight and engagement platform GSK Get Ahead - Connectr to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and the application processes.

After submitting your application, you will be asked to complete our GSK Digital Assessment. The GSK Digital Assessment will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills through engaging exercises, while providing us with insights into your unique approach to work. This will help us better understand how your strengths, behaviors, and skills align with the role and the positive impact you could bring to our team .

Top tip #1: Make sure you save this job description for reference throughout the process, it will really help you prepare for the different stages in your application.

Top tip #2: Don't forget to register on our GSK candidate insight and engagement platform https://gsk.connectr.co.uk/getahead/ to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and our application processes.

Apply now

Please note we will update you regarding your application by the end of April 202 6 , if you have any questions please contact: UK.EarlyCareers@gsk.com

Assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between April/May 202 6 .

We're 100% open to all talent - whatever your gender, marital status, religion, age, colour , race, sexual orientation, nationality or disability. We want to recruit the right people for GSK from the widest possible backgrounds, so we can better serve the diversity of our patients. And because it's the right thing to do.

Need help with your application?

Please email us at UK.EarlyCareers @gsk.com and let us know how we can help you.

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Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology an

d inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

Please don't hesitate to contact us if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to our process which might help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities.

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