Apprentice Fitter

About the Company

Ball is a global manufacturer known for sustainable aluminium packaging. The company says its culture is built on integrity, trust, and the values of caring, working together, and delivering results. It also emphasizes that every idea counts and that the role contributes to professional growth, the local community, and wider global impact.

Role Overview

The Apprentice Fitter will support the plant’s planned maintenance activities while helping production run continuously on a 24/7 basis. This position involves working as part of a team alongside Production and Engineering colleagues, while also being capable of carrying out tasks independently when required.

The role holder is expected to manage their workload with the Lead Fitter and ensure shift requirements and plant projects are completed on time. All work must be performed in line with the site’s health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all site health and safety procedures without exception.
• Build knowledge of the manufacturing process and how the plant operates.
• Work toward full qualification in Mechanical Automation & Maintenance Fitting.
• Support the preventative maintenance programme across the plant.
• Assist with fault repairs and project-related work.
• Strengthen troubleshooting and root-cause problem-solving abilities.
• Develop effective teamwork and collaboration with other departments and functions.

Candidate Profile

The company is looking for someone who has completed Phase 2 of the Mechanical Automation & Maintenance Fitting Apprenticeship and has some prior experience in the area. The ideal person should show a genuine interest in engineering, be comfortable working with others, and have strong interpersonal skills. A self-motivated approach is important, along with practical familiarity with computer systems, databases, and Microsoft Office.

Work Location

This is a fully on-site position based at the Waterford plant in County Waterford, Ireland.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly gross pay for this role is EUR 15.90. The position is also eligible for Ball’s annual incentive compensation programme.

Benefits include life insurance, a pension plan, income protection, an employee assistance programme, a company-subsidised canteen, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Accessibility and Equal Opportunity

Applicants with a disability or long-term health condition that affects access to any part of the application process can request the information in a more accessible format by emailing [email protected]. The company states it will respond within 3 business days.

Ball is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all genders, ages, ethnicities, faiths, abilities, and orientations. The company also notes that the job title shown in advertising may differ from the title used in the contract because of local job-title structures and global HR systems.

Additional Information

No agencies are required for this recruitment.