You will receive the best in-class training whilst going through your education and then be given the opportunity to work on a variety of projects throughout the Midlands region, providing technical expertise to our clients.

Valley is an Employee-Owned Trust, meaning the company is owned by its employees and is able to distribute a share of its profits with all personnel each year – tax free. This means that we are all working for ourselves which is extremely self-motivating.  The harder we work, the more we can receive in an annual EOT bonus.

There are no barriers to progression with Valley, so beyond your initial training and development, our wider business can offer you a truly rewarding career.

We offer to build successful teams and drive for the quality that Valley is renowned for.  We know we aspire to acquire the best people in the industry.  Not only do we require the relevant skill sets learnt through the apprenticeship, but we also seek people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment.

At Valley you will be offered:

  • An industry leading salary
  • A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go
  • Holiday allowance of 20 days plus bank holidays per year, rising to 23 days after two years
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Employee-Owned Trust Profits Bonus (tax-free)
  • An end of year Performance & Salary Review with Christmas Bonus, where possible
  • Full PPE supplied
  • Strong earning potential through overtime at increased rates
  • Supportive and experienced team environment
  • A chance to flourish as an individual and not just a number in a large corporation

The Role:

  • Assisting experienced engineers with installation and commissioning of refrigeration, air conditioning systems, secondary glycol cooling and ammonia systems
  • Supporting with electrical work related to HVAC and refrigeration equipment
  • Working within commercial premises across the Midlands region

Planned preventative maintenance of refrigeration equipment including process cooling, vacuum cooling, air conditioning and heat pumps including:

  • Pipe fitting
  • Pipe brazing and soldering
  • Reading electrical circuit diagrams
  • Fault finding on single & three-phase motors
  • Fault diagnosis
  • Interrogation of control systems including PLC and inverter controls

You may be required to undertake other duties from time to time which are appropriate to your skills and experience all for which the Company will provide the necessary training.

If you're interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the refrigeration industry, apply now.

Entry Requirements

We are seeking applications from candidates who have or are predicted to gain 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent). Grades must be A*-C / 9-5 for Maths and A*-C / 9-4 for English, Science and two other subjects.

Training to be Provided

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence).
  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge).
  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence).

Completion of the following training courses:

IPAF 3a & 3b, City & Guilds 2079-11 Cat. 1 'F' Gas, Roof Top Access, Forklift Operator, Towers, IOSH Working Safely and Steps and Ladders

Things to Consider

The role includes physical work such as lifting and ladder use, plus regular outdoor tasks in cold conditions. Training, uniform and PPE are provided. Occasional travel with accommodation and subsistence is required. As our office is in rural Northamptonshire, personal transport is needed by the end of year one.

Future prospects

Move to be full Refrigeration Engineer with continuous personal development – your future is in your own hands!

Two of our long-standing apprentices are now Directors of the company!

Year 2 - £22,484.80

Year 3 - £28,516.80

Year 4 - £30,659.20