Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship ULEMCO LTD

Fantastic opportunity to join a leader in hydrogen powered low carbon vehicles, ULEMCo Ltd. You will be given quality training whilst gaining a valuable, nationally recognised qualification. You will develop valuable knowledge & skills in practical tasks

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Closing date: 07 Jul 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (30mins for lunch) 1 day set aside for training.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Aug 2024

  • Date posted

    07 Jun 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000256304

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

The Apprentice will be part of the Workshop Team and will assist with the following:

  • Fitting components to commercial vehicles
  • Building sub-assemblies
  • Building and testing high pressure tube assemblies
  • Vehicle wiring modifications
  • Assembly of prototypes

The training you will be getting

Your training will take place within the workplace with day release for college course. This will be delivered at Wigan & Leigh College's Pagefield campus in Wigan

The end point is a Level 3 qualification (Equivalent to A Level) for the Engineering Fitter standard.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

On successful completion of the course the Apprentice may be offered a permanent position within ULEMCo with the potential to develop their career as ULEMCo’s business grows.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Flexible approach is required

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade 4-9 (C or above)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 4-9 (C or above)) Essential

Things to consider

Flexible approach is required from an individual who combines genuine interest in gaining practical technical skills.

About the employer

Liverpool-based ULEMCo was founded in 2014 to commercialise intellectual property and capability in hydrogen combustion engine technology. The company converts commercial vehicles, to enable them to run on commercially available hydrogen. The technology allows vehicle fleet managers to reduce their carbon emissions to ultra-low levels.

Employer

ULEMCO LTD

Address

Unit 7f Topham Drive Aintree Racecourse Retail And Business

Park

Aintree

L9 5AL

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Training

Training provider

WIGAN AND LEIGH COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering fitter

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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