Engineering Apprentice 2026 - MAMF / OEM / Metal Fabrication (Earn While You Learn)
Revive Group is recruiting apprentices to join our manufacturing facility in Tipperary. These programmes offer the opportunity to earn from day one, gain hands-on industrial experience, and work towards a nationally and internationally recognised NFQ Level 6 qualification.
All apprenticeship streams are registered with SOLAS and are designed to give apprentices practical, career-building experience in a live manufacturing environment.
Location
Tipperary, Ireland, On-site
Apprenticeship Streams
We are recruiting across the following apprenticeship streams:
Mechanical Automation Maintenance Fitting (MAMF) – 4 Years
This apprenticeship focuses on developing practical and technical skills in industrial maintenance and machinery support.
You will learn and work in areas such as:
Precision machining
Welding
CNC operations
Diagnostics and fault-finding
Commissioning industrial equipment
Maintaining machinery on a live production floor
Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) – 3 Years
This apprenticeship provides broad experience across equipment build, testing, and maintenance, with exposure to mechanical, electrical, and mechatronic systems.
You will work on:
Equipment assembly
Mechanical systems
Electrical systems
Mechatronic systems
Equipment testing
Troubleshooting and fault diagnosis
Maintenance activities
Metal Fabrication – 4 Years
This apprenticeship develops practical skills in metal fabrication within a live manufacturing environment. You will gain experience in fabricating and assembling metallic systems, including structural steel, plate, pipe and other industrial components.
You will learn and work in areas such as:
MMA, TIG/TAG and MIG/MAG welding
Plate, pipe and structural fabrication
Reading and interpreting fabrication drawings
Measuring, marking out, cutting and welding various metals
Thermal cutting, bending and forming techniques
Structural steel assembly and installation
The programme combines on-the-job experience with off-the-job training and leads to a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft in Metal Fabrication.
What You Will Gain
A paid apprenticeship from your first day
Hands-on experience in a live industrial manufacturing environment
Structured learning with industry-recognised training standards
A nationally and internationally recognised NFQ Level 6 qualification
The opportunity to build practical skills that support a long-term career in manufacturing and engineering
Who Can Apply
Apprenticeships are open to:
School leavers
Career changers
Adults aged 16 and over at the point of SOLAS registration
Applicants of all ages, with no upper age limit
A mature-entry route (RPL) is also available for:
Applicants aged 23 and over
Applicants with three or more years of industrial experience
Required
Eligibility to register for a SOLAS apprenticeship
Successful completion of the Ishihara Colour Vision Test (24-plate edition)
For non-native English speakers, CEFR Level B2/C1English proficiency
Meeting the entry requirements for the specific apprenticeship stream you are applying for
Desirable Skills Attributes
An interest in manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, or fabrication
Practical problem-solving ability
A willingness to learn in a hands-on environment
An interest in building a long-term career in industry
What to Expect
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to learn in a supportive manufacturing environment while developing technical skills through structured apprenticeship training. You will work alongside experienced professionals, gain direct exposure to industrial processes, and build the foundations for future career growth within the sector.
Additional Information
Entry requirements vary depending on the apprenticeship stream. Full programme details and eligibility criteria are available on the Revive Group careers page. -https://www.rei-limited.com/careers/apprenticeships
