Apprentice Field Service Engineer

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Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Ireland

Location: Leinster, Ireland

Earn while you learn – NFQ Mechanical Apprenticeship

Are you passionate about engineering? Keen to learn from industry experts while gaining a nationally recognised qualification?

At Atlas Copco Ireland Ltd, we’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Field Service Engineer to join our team. Based in Leinster, you’ll train and develop over a four-year period, working alongside experienced engineers while studying toward a National Framework Qualification (NFQ) in Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Working hands-on with our qualified service engineers in the field to gain valuable, real-world experience

• Servicing and maintaining industrial equipment, diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults

• Ordering and managing spare parts for service orders, liaising with internal teams

• Completing external assessments and modules in line with your apprenticeship programme

• Carrying out installation, maintenance, and workshop practices

• Engaging in classroom-based learning blocks as part of your structured training

Your Development Journey Will Include:

• A nationally recognised NFQ qualification in Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting

• A broad set of transferable skills: communication, IT, numeracy, and teamwork

• Full support from a dedicated mentor, right from day one

• Ongoing training, mentoring, and development to help you grow into a qualified Field Service Engineer

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of a Grade D in five Junior Certificate subjects (or equivalent)

• An interest and basic understanding of mechanical or engineering processes

• A full, clean driving licence (held for at least 1 year)

• Willingness to travel or study away from home during parts of the apprenticeship

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• A strong communicator and team player

• Passion for learning, hard work, and building a long-term career in engineering

Ready to kickstart your engineering career with a world-leading company?
Apply today and take the first step in an exciting career journey with Atlas Copco.

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