Engineering Operator Apprentice

H V WOODING LTD

KENT, CT21 6HG

Closes in 10 days (Sunday 29 September at 11:59pm)

Posted on 25 July 2024


Summary

H V Wooding is a well-established, industry-leading UK manufacturer with over 50 years of experience in the production of high-specification components, including busbars, switchgear, core packs, and motor laminations. An exciting opportunity for an Engineering Operator to join the team and learn from highly skilled technicians in the industry.

Annual wage
£13,312 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 8 October

Duration

1 Year 3 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Skills include:

  • Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, environmental compliance procedures and systems and other relevant guidelines
  • Identify and deal appropriately with any risks, hazards, hazardous situations and problems that may occur within the engineering environment within the limits of their responsibility
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills which include oral, written, electronic
  • Complete appropriate documentation accurately, efficiently and legibly using the correct terminology where required
  • Obtain and follow the correct documentation, specifications and work instructions in accordance with time constraints and the roles and responsibilities identified for the engineering activities, extracting the necessary data/information from specification and related documentation
  • Select and use appropriate tools, equipment and materials to carry out the engineering operation
  • Deal appropriately with any problems that may occur within the manufacturing environment within the limits of their responsibility
  • Work efficiently and effectively at all times maintaining workplace organisation and minimising waste

Where you’ll work

RANGE RD

HYTHE

KENT

CT21 6HG

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

EKC GROUP

Your training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

  • Engineering Operative Level 2 
    • Diploma in engineering operations (skills)
    • Certificate or Diploma in engineering operations (knowledge)
    • Functional Skills English and maths if required
  • Attend EKC Group College one day a week workshops. 
  • College Trainer visits the workplace once every 6-8 weeks. 

 

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • AAT level 2 and Maths and English (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical

About this company

H V Wooding is a well-established, industry-leading UK manufacturer with over 50 years of experience in the production of high-specification components, including busbars, switchgear, core packs, and motor laminations. With an extensive global reach, we proudly serve international customers across Europe and beyond, exporting 35% of our work worldwide. Our comprehensive manufacturing capabilities range from prototype development to volume production, utilizing various techniques including Wire Erosion, Laser Cutting for copper and aluminum, Presswork & Tooling, Assembly and Electroplating. At H V Wooding, our unwavering commitment to product quality, customer service, and innovation has resulted in long-standing partnerships with esteemed companies such as Schneider Electric, Honeywell, Rolls Royce, and GE Renewables. These relationships, spanning over 40 years, are a testament to the trust and confidence our clients have in our capabilities and services. Whether you’re located in Europe or any other part of the world, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional solutions to meet your specific needs.

https://www.hvwooding.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Could lead to a permanent role. 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

EKC GROUP

Blue Vinall

blue.vinall@eastkent.ac.uk

01227 811315

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000267185.

Apply now

Closes in 10 days (Sunday 29 September at 11:59pm)

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