Who are we?

We are Reach Plc, you might not have heard of us but we have probably met without you even realising it. We are home to the UK and Ireland’s most iconic digital platforms, magazines and newspapers. From the Mirror, Daily Express, Daily Star and OK!, to our regional titles such as the Liverpool Echo, the Manchester Evening News, GlasgowLive and The Daily Record (plus lots more), our brands and the stories we cover are as varied as the people and communities we reach.

Oh, and we should probably also mention that with a monthly readership of 47 million people, Reach is the largest commercial publisher in the UK. At Reach, not only will you feel better understood, you will also feel you understand other people better too.

Join us for a rewarding journey where your contributions will make a significant impact, all while enjoying the flexibility of a home-based role. Make 2025 your year of growth and achievement with us!

What you’ll be doing:

Are you looking to kick-start a career in engineering with a hands-on apprenticeship that provides both practical experience and theoretical knowledge? Join Reach Printing Services as an Engineering Apprentice, where you'll gain valuable mechanical and electrical skills while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

We're offering a 4-year multi-skilled engineering apprenticeship where you'll get to sink your teeth into a whole range of exciting tasks.

You'll be able to earn an HNC in both Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. You'll get specific training on our machines, not to mention comprehensive health and safety training.

But that's not all. You'll also develop fault-finding skills on Laser Guided Vehicles and electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. You'll get involved in energy-saving initiatives, like LED lighting upgrades and migrating to inverter controls for fans and pumps.

What you’ll need to succeed:

To succeed in this role, you must comply with current right-to-work legislation and be at least 18 years old at the time of employment to meet site safety regulations.

You should have the ability to attend both the worksite and the learning centre at the required times and days, demonstrating reliability and commitment to your training.

Most importantly, you must have a strong desire to learn and grow, striving to become the best engineer you can be while embracing the challenges and opportunities that come with the apprenticeship.

If you're eager to develop a long-term career in engineering, gain hands-on experience, and work with industry professionals while obtaining a recognised qualification, we’d love to hear from you!

We're offering a competitive salary and a range of fantastic benefits to help support you both personally and professionally. These include:

• 25 days’ holiday per year when you join. After three, five and ten years’ service with Reach, you’ll accrue one additional day of annual leave. We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Giving back day - an additional day’s leave each year to support a cause close to your heart
• Enhanced family leave - including maternity, paternity and adoption - and you’ll be eligible after just six months’ employment
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your nearest and dearest,
• Awesome career opportunities - you’ll have support from your line manager and a range of learning & development programmes
• Help saving for your retirement - join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 6%

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.