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Apprentices - Earn while you learn!

Cory is one of the UK's leading resource management, recycling and energy recovery companies.

We have a proud tradition and history of recruiting apprentices over our 125+ year history. There has never been a better time to join us and play a key part in our company's success.

Apply today to become an apprentice in Autumn 2025

This year, we are recruiting apprentices in the following areas of our business:

Engineering Apprenticeship: Riverside Energy from Waste

A 4-year Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician apprenticeship, based at our Energy from Waste plant in Belvedere.

You'll be aligned to our Maintenance or Operations workstreams, supporting the team in either Electrical; Mechanical; Controls & Instrumentation or Operations.

Engineering Apprenticeship: London Transfer Stations

A 4-year Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician apprenticeship, based initially at our Northumberland Wharf Transfer Station in east London.

Through a mixture of off-the-job and on-site training, you'll gain an understanding of the Transfer Station and how they play an important part in the energy from waste process.

What do our apprentices think?

Hear what George Howlett, a Riverside Engineering apprentice in his final year, has to say about working for Cory and why he'd recommend our apprenticeship if you're looking this year.

You can find a lot more videos, including some from other apprentices and our Apprentice Manager on LinkedIn.

Become part of a team that values your growth.



We believe that your success is our success, and we provide an environment that supports your learning journey every step of the way.

You'll find yourself surrounded by mentors and peers who are committed to helping you develop your skills, confidence and career path.

Being part of Cory means being in a place where your growth is encouraged, your achievements are celebrated and your career aspirations are taken seriously.