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
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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
- Training course
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Tuesday 8 October
- Duration
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1 Year 3 Months
- Positions available
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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.
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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