ABP Food Group is one of Europe's leading integrated agri-food businesses, with divisions specialising in food production, pet food and renewables. Over our 70-year history, we have grown to 14,000 strong team and have built a reputation for quality and innovation. Our Early Careers programme offers opportunities across all of our divisions including apprenticeships, graduate and industrial placement pathways.

ABP UK, part of the ABP Food Group produces quality fresh and frozen beef, lamb and frozen meat-free products to some of the nations leading supermarkets and restaurants, including a number of Michelin Star establishments -Find out more below about how to become part of team!

Are you passionate about protecting the environment and eager to make a difference? Do you want to build a career in a dynamic and innovative industry? At ABP UK, we'll help you turn your commitment to sustainability into a rewarding career. Join our Environmental Officer Degree-Level Apprentice Programme and play a vital role in promoting sustainable growth and reducing environmental impact!

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Location: ABP Ellesmere

Salary: Starting at £22,000

Reporting to: Site Environmental Team

Why Apply?

Learn While You Earn: Combine practical experience with classroom learning to achieve a Level 6 Environmental Technician degree apprenticeship.

Grow Your Career: Start with us as an apprentice, and who knows? You could become a future leader in environmental management.

Award-Winning Support: Our Early Careers Academy has been recognised for its commitment to helping young people succeed.

Endless Opportunities: With ABP, you can explore a variety of career paths-not just in environmental management but across food production, sustainability, and more.

Friendly Team: You'll be surrounded by mentors and teammates who will help you every step of the way.

What You'll Do

Join ABP as an Environmental Officer Apprentice and embark on a 5-year programme where you'll learn how to promote sustainable growth while maintaining our environmental responsibilities. As an Apprentice Environmental Officer, you will take actions to reduce environmental impact, use fewer resources, and produce less waste. Developing a high level of knowledge and understanding of environmental principles and techniques, you'll apply this knowledge to complex environmental systems. The role involves both office/desk-based and field-based activities, and you'll be responsible for leading projects or playing a key role in larger programmes.

Working in partnership with our chosen university training provider, your programme will be delivered over several block-learning sessions, giving you the opportunity to gain a wealth of industry knowledge. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the business for the future.

Please note: This role requires travel to various sites in the West Midlands. Access to your own transport is required. Year One will be spent primarily at our ABP Ellesmere site, followed by a placement at ABP Shrewsbury and ABP Kingswinford thereafter. More information will be share at the interview stage.

Key responsibilities include:

Working towards completing a Level 6 Environmental Technician degree apprenticeship.
Safely collecting samples and monitoring data using various techniques.
Operating and managing a physicochemical wastewater treatment plant.
Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Engaging with regulators and submitting environmental reports and risk assessments.
Building relationships internally and externally, providing guidance, and presenting work to stakeholders.
Managing your own work with a high level of organisation.
Responding positively to complex situations and operating effectively as part of the site team.

Who We're Looking For

You don't need experience-just the right attitude and the drive to learn!

If you're someone who:
Loves working as part of a team and building positive relationships.
Is curious, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference.
Is organised and good at meeting deadlines.
Has an eye for detail and likes to get things right.
Feels comfortable speaking up and sharing ideas.

What You'll Need

A-Level in Science and Geography (minimum grade C) or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. Alternatively, BTEC Extended Diploma with grades MMM or BTEC Diploma with grades D.
Minimum GCSE in English (Grade 4/C) and Maths (Grade 5/B) or above.
Must be over 18 years of age by September 2025.
Lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years
Basic knowledge or interest in science and the environment.
Comfortable working outdoors and open to challenges.
Positive attitude, proactive approach, and commitment to protecting and enhancing the environment.

Future Career Path Progression

This apprenticeship offers a gateway to a rewarding career at ABP. Upon completion, you'll be equipped with extensive experience and qualifications, opening doors to various roles within the business. With over 18 sites across the UK and Northern Ireland, opportunities may arise for development and growth within the business.

Apply today with your current CV and a covering letter, and join us on this journey to shape your future with ABP UK!

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