At EnerMech we invest in our people, which is why we operate both a Graduate Engineering scheme and an Apprenticeship scheme. Giving our apprentices and graduates the chance to grow and move forward in their careers is something we pride ourselves on.
Both of our schemes let employees complete placements across our busy business lines, learning a full range of diverse skills. This gives them the opportunity to find out which area would fit them best for future job roles.
The EnerMech Apprenticeship Scheme combines college education with practical work experience. The wide scope of services which EnerMech provides to their clients gives our apprentices a variety of opportunities in which to gain practical experience.
Our graduates work on a project for around six months at a time, before switching business line. For example, they might first work for Cranes, before moving onto a project for Valves or PPU. They are encouraged to aim to become either a Chartered Engineer or an Incorporated Engineer. The graduates also attend college to acquire some of the competencies required.
Our graduates work on a project for six months at a time, before switching business line. For example, they might first work for Cranes, before moving onto a project for Valves or Process Pipeline & Umbilicals. At the end of each six month work period their progress is reviewed, recorded in their professional diary and signed off by the department manager.
Graduates are encouraged to aim to become either a Chartered Engineer or an Incorporated Engineer. The Scheme allows them to sample different business units before deciding in which area they finally wish to base their career, as well as building on their professional experience. Our graduates follow a structured programme in line with ImechE to enable them to become a Chartered Engineer or an Incorporated Engineer.
EnerMech not only offer a comprehensive graduate scheme: we offer the opportunity to go further in your career.
We give our graduate engineers training which lets them build on the skills their degree has given them. At EnerMech, we aim to develop our people and push them to go further. You can read about a typical EnerMech graduate engineer here. We are hard working, friendly and energetic with a firm focus on the safety of our staff.
If you are interested in a career with EnerMech, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01224 723300 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
"The graduates are working towards achieving either the IEng or CEng certification, and the course is accredited by the Institute of Mechanical Engineers. The graduates visit different departments and also college to acquire the competencies required."
Ross McHardy, European Regional Director
The EnerMech apprentice scheme combines college education with practical work experience, the wide scope of services which EnerMech provide to their clients gives our apprentices a variety of opportunities in which to gain practical experience.
If you are interested in a career with EnerMech, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01224 723300 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Q) When can I apply?
A) EnerMech accept applicants for their apprentice scheme, at any time of year, either direct from school, college or those who are currently working and meet the apprentice criteria.
Q) What route can I take?
A) Apprentices can follow the technician or craft apprentice route.
Q) What is the recruitment process for apprentices?
A) CV’s are reviewed on an annual basis, normally around Easter time. An assessment day is arranged for candidates at EnerMech premises and includes:
Q) When will I start working at EnerMech?
A) Start dates vary, generally new apprentices start working on site in June, they will be allocated to a specific workshop for the summer and will start college at the end of August/beginning of September.
Q) What should I expect when I start my apprenticeship at EnerMech?
A) All apprentices will be given an induction to the company, this involves HR, QHSE, a tour of the site by one of our existing apprentices who will usually work in the same workshop as you to begin with.
You will meet the apprentice mentor and supervisor who will explain your role in the workshop.
Q) How will I meet other apprentices?
A) An apprentice team building session will be arranged in August with all of the apprentices, this is an informal fun session to enable everyone to get to know each other.During this session you will be advised of the following:
Q) When will my work placements change?
A) Your work placements will change every 3 months, the placements will be in line with what you are studying at college when operationally possible. At the end of the 3 months you will have a review with the Apprentice Mentor and Workshop Supervisor.
You will attend work on the days you are not at college and will work full time during college holidays.
The Malcolm Kennedy Apprentice of the Year Award is to celebrate the continuing development of our apprentices and to recognise their commitment and effort towards success.
The Malcolm Kennedy Award pays tribute to an early pioneer of the EnerMech Apprentice scheme, who tragically lost his life in 2010. Without Malcolm’s commitment and support, the scheme would not be what it is today.
All EnerMech apprentices are eligible to receive the award, feedback is collated from the Workshop Supervisors and College Lecturers. The apprentices are also scored on their performance at work and college during the past year.
The winner is announced at an award ceremony which is attended by the EnerMech Managing Director, representatives from Banff & Buchan College, EnerMech Workshop Supervisors and the apprentice team.
Our picture shows Managing Director, Doug Duguid with the 2012 Apprentice of the Year, Sam McKay and Jarvis Ferguson, who received a Commendation Award.
Q) What is a Buddy System?
A Buddy System is when people are paired together for mutual safety & assistance.
Q) What is a Buddy?
Q) Why are we introducing this to the Apprentices?
Q) What does a Buddy do?
Q) What does a buddy not do?
Going forward you will have a quarterly review with your Apprentice Mentor.
The purpose of this review is to:
