Electrical & Instrumentation Apprentice

Overview

PepsiCo Carrigaline is offering an Electrical & Instrumentation Apprenticeship within its Maintenance Engineering function, supporting a state‑of‑the‑art food and beverage manufacturing facility.

The Electrical and Instrumentation Apprentice will complete the SOLAS national standards‑based Electrical and Instrumentation Apprenticeship, gaining structured on‑the‑job experience at PepsiCo Carrigaline alongside formal off‑the‑job training. The role is designed to develop the apprentice into a fully qualified Craft Electrician, capable of safely maintaining, fault‑finding, and supporting critical manufacturing and utility equipment in a GMP‑regulated environment.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of qualified Craft Electricians and Maintenance Engineering Leaders, the Electrical and Instrumentation Apprentice will:

• Complete all on‑the‑job training and assigned tasks in line with SOLAS apprenticeship standards
• Assist with maintenance of electrical equipment and systems. As well as maintenance and calibration of instruments.
• Help maintain motors, control panels, switchgear, and field devices.
• Participate in electrical testing and commissioning activities under supervision
• Support electrical/mechanical maintenance activities on production lines, utilities, and site infrastructure.
• Support maintenance and troubleshooting of process control systems.
• Participate in planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and breakdown response to minimize equipment downtime
• Learn to work with pressure, flow, temperature, and level measurement devices.
• Assist with PLC and automation-related equipment where applicable.
• Support work on motors, drives, sensors, panels, control systems, and basic automation equipment
• Record maintenance activities accurately using PepsiCo’s Computerized Maintenance Management System
• Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and production teams to support safe and reliable operations
• Actively engage in site safety, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives

Health, Safety, Quality & Food Safety

• Carry out all work in strict compliance with PepsiCo Health & Safety policies and general safety procedures
• Adhere to lock‑out/tag‑out, permit‑to‑work, and safe isolation practices at all times.
• Comply fully with GMP, hygiene, and food safety requirements associated with a food & beverage manufacturing environment
• Wear required PPE and maintain high standards of housekeeping
• Report hazards, incidents, and near‑misses immediately

Apprenticeship & Development Requirements

The successful candidate must:

• Be formally registered on the SOLAS Electrical and Instrumentation Apprenticeship program
• Successfully complete all required off‑the‑job phases (college‑based training) as assigned by SOLAS
• Demonstrate commitment to learning, attendance, and academic progress throughout the apprenticeship
• Build technical competence and confidence progressively through on‑the‑job experience
• Act in a professional manner in line with PepsiCo values and site expectations

Qualifications

Essential Requirements

• Leaving Certificate (or equivalent), including Mathematics and/or Physics
• Eligibility to register for the SOLAS Electrical and Instrumentation Apprenticeship
• Strong interest in electrical and industrial engineering
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment (shift patterns and on‑call may apply over time)
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Prior exposure to a technical, electrical, or mechanical environment (school projects, work experience, PLC courses, QQI modules, etc.)
• Interest in automation, manufacturing technology, or industrial systems
• Basic understanding of electrical and instrumentation principles or controls

From the products on shelves to the moments consumers share every day, PepsiCo’s frontline teams make it happen. Through the essential work of making, moving, and selling our products, you bring beloved brands, like Lay’s, Quaker, and Gatorade into homes and communities around the world.Here, you’ll build skills, work with a company that values its people, and grow with opportunities designed for your success, today and for the long run.Join us, and be part of a team that works together, takes pride in what we deliver, and creates smiles every day