Interior Partition / Glazing Apprentice
Optima Systems
London, EC2A 4BY
Closes in 14 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)
Posted on 29 August 2024
Summary
Part of the Optima Group, Optima Installations Ltd is an aluminium framework, glass, and joinery contractor for commercial fit-outs within the UK. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to achieve an NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Interior Systems which will include college attendance of varying blocks at the National Construction College.
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Training course
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Interior systems installer (level 2)
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Hours
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Monday - Friday, 7.00am - 4.30pm
47 hours a week
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Possible start date
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Tuesday 1 October
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
- Read and understand plan drawings as to set out location of partitions
- Read and understand detailed drawings as to build what is required
- Install structures or fixtures, such as aluminium framework, timber framework using carpenters hand or power tools
- Shape/cut material to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, power saws
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials
- Install various sizes/specifications of glass to partition system
- Clean, protect and maintain protection to the glass
Where you’ll work
Optima
London
EC2A 4BY
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
CITB
Your training course
Interior systems installer (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
Measure and set out from drawings provided and check vertical and horizontal datum
Select the appropriate materials, tools and equipment in accordance with the specification requirements and or manufacturer specific instructions
Safely and correctly operate tools and equipment, plant and machinery appropriate for use. (e.g. scaffold, MEWPS, nail gun, circular saw, lasers
Apply fire and acoustic mastic seals in accordance with specification, designs details and manufacturers recommendations
Accurately measure and cut components (e.g. metal sections, plasterboard, insulation, timber and plywood)
Appropriately fix all components according to specifications and/or drawings
Effectively protect surround surfaces and segregate work areas and cutting areas
Install dry lining systems to metal and stud partitions framed wall linings, framed and frameless beam and column encasements
Clearly communicate with management, customers and colleagues including other trades onsite
Maintain a clean and tidy environment, appropriately disposing of waste according to site procedures
Identify and select appropriate PPE for the task
Install pattresses
Install insulation
Form service penetrations through partitions
Install primary channels or main runners to line and level. Cut to length
Frame and fit access panels
install drylining and plasterboard linings eg panels, plasterboards, metal sections, timber battens, wallboards, thermal boards, glass reinforced gypsum board, fixings and fittings
Select the appropriate materials, tools and equipment for installing drylining and plasterboard linings
Install and remove drylining systems according to manufacturers guidelines eg British Gypsum, Knauf, Siniat
Form openings and junctions in accordance with drawing specifications
Carry out repairs to dry lining and plasterboard walls and ceilings in accordance with design details, specification and manufacturers recommendations
Form and Fix standard deflection heads in accordance with manufactures standard details
Accurately measure and cut components
Appropriately fix all components according to specification/drawings.
Install different types of drylining systems eg Twin walls, Staggered studs, Service shaft partitions, Curved walls, Walls over 3 metres high
Cut and fix tracks at appropriate centres according to Specification & manufactures instructions
Apply wall coverings according to Specification & manufactures instructions
Install door and window frames in accordance with drawings.
Fit cover trims and skirtings in accordance with Specification & manufactures instructions
Install glazing, blinds and manifestations to meet customer requirements
Hang door leaf complete with ironmongery including cutting and fitting of door furniture (eg hinges, levers, locks, closers and signage).
Cut and fix hangers in accordance with specification, manufacturers recommendations and FIS best practice guidlines
Install ceiling perimeter trim to level. Ensure trims are cut to length and form internal and external corner mitres.
Install subgrid eg hangers and heavy gauge channel to bridge services, heavy gauge channel between roof purlins
Fix secondary grid / cross tees ensuring grid is square and following manufacturers recommended installation. Form upstand using cross tee and appropriate trims or channels
Cut and install service tiles and pattresses e.g. form square and circular service cut outs through mineral tiles with plywood pattress or metal tiles and insulation pad
Complete tiling including: Perimeter tile cuts to mineral and metal tile; tegular tile edges to mineral tile; perimeter wedges for cut metal tiles; tile clips to back of mineral ceiling tiles; insulation pads to back of metal ceiling
Remove sections of ceiling and replace damaged grid & tile
Measure and set out from drawings provided and check vertical and horizontal datum
Select the appropriate materials, tools and equipment in accordance with the specification requirements and or manufacturer specific instructions
Safely and correctly operate tools and equipment, plant and machinery appropriate for use. (e.g. scaffold, MEWPS, nail gun, circular saw, lasers
Apply fire and acoustic mastic seals in accordance with specification, designs details and manufacturers recommendations
Accurately measure and cut components (e.g. metal sections, plasterboard, insulation, timber and plywood)
Appropriately fix all components according to specifications and/or drawings
Effectively protect surround surfaces and segregate work areas and cutting areas
Install dry lining systems to metal and stud partitions framed wall linings, framed and frameless beam and column encasements
Clearly communicate with management, customers and colleagues including other trades onsite
Maintain a clean and tidy environment, appropriately disposing of waste according to site procedures
Identify and select appropriate PPE for the task
Install pattresses
Install insulation
Form service penetrations through partitions
Install primary channels or main runners to line and level. Cut to length
Frame and fit access panels
Your training plan
Interior Systems Installer Level 2 Apprenticship Standard:
- NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Interior Systems including Functional Skills (if required), which will include college attendance of varying blocks (2, 3, and 4 weeks) at the National Construction College. Travel, accommodation and expenses for college will be covered
- On completion you will be able to apply for the Skilled Worker CSCS card
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade Grade D/3 or above)
- Maths (grade Grade D/3 or above)
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
- Team working
- Physical fitness
- Interest in construction
Other requirements
The course involves: strenuous physical activity, confined space working, working at heights, wearing PPE/RPE and working to deadlines
About this company
Optima Installations Ltd, part of the Optima Group, directly employ in the region of 40 highly skilled operatives, ranging from, Site Managers, Site Supervisors to partition installers & carpenters. We have the skills to undertake projects ranging from £5,000 to £10,000,000. Our aim is to develop and maintain strong lasting relationships, resulting in repeat business from clients who regularly seek our specialist services.
We create beautiful interiors with exceptional, flawlessly crafted, glazed partitioning systems.
https://optimasystems.com/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
- A permanent position within team of highly skilled operatives, ranging from Site Managers, Site Supervisors to Partition Installers & Carpenters. Optional further academic training will be considered for anyone wishing to progress into one of the above roles
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Optima Systems
Cally Bravington-Smith
HR@optimasystems.com
01494492600
The reference code for this apprenticeship is
VAC1000273675.
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