Environmental Degree Apprentice

About Cranswick Country Foods:

Cranswick Country Foods in Watton, Norfolk is serious about its quality pork products. Now we’re hungry for talented people to join us. It’s win win; you achieve your potential; we achieve our ambitious growth plans.

If you are looking for a chance to earn whilst you learn and have a passion for environment, sustainability and making a difference, we have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our company and start on the path to a successful and rewarding Environmental career.

Working Hours – Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm

To Start: Summer 2025

What you will do:

This is a 5 year programme (based on progression) which includes 42.5 hours per week with release for university attendance at Anglia Ruskin University to complete a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Management.

Upon joining the scheme, you will embark on a comprehensive entry-level training program designed to equip you with everything you’ll need to become a valuable member of the sites environmental function.

You will be mentored by industry experts, engaging in hands-on projects and supporting with environmental matters and our sustainability commitment, all whilst working towards a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Management with Anglia Ruskin University.

What you will need:

·       Be enthusiastic about environmental matters and a career in the food industry.

·       Be reliable and committed to completing a 5 year apprenticeship

·       4 GCSEs A*-C (4 or above) including English and Maths.

·       At least 96 UCAS points (equivalent to 2 grade A A-Levels, 3 grade C A-Levels or a BTEC L3 qualification).

·       Experience within an environmental role is beneficial

Pay and benefits:

·       Salary: Starting salary of £24k per annum, to be reviewed throughout the apprenticeship.

·       BSc in Environmental Management on completion of the apprenticeship, with opportunities for further training progression

·       Pension – 3% employer contributions/5% employee contributions

·       Discounted local gym membership

·       Death in service insurance

·       Access to our ‘Feed your Wellbeing’ hub, offering a range of retail, restaurant and entertainment discounts and wellbeing support

·       Additional holiday with length of service

·       Enhanced employer pension contribution scheme

Interested?

Email a CV and covering letter to ccfn.humanresources@cranswick.co.uk