Mechantronic Apprentice

Summary

Are you interested in the practical side of engineering or hands on activities and looking for an opportunity that offers variety, a qualification and potential career growth? If so, this could be the role for you! Wabtec (Faiveley Transport Tamworth (FTT)) are offering an exciting opportunity to become a fully-fledged cross functional engineer.

Annual wage

£15,500 a year

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Starting Salary - £15,500.00, there will be an annual review in September 2025.

Training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Hours

7.30 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Thursday with ½ hour unpaid lunch break and 7.30 am to 12.30 pm Friday.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 8 January

Duration

3 Years

Positions available

2

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

You will have the opportunity to work in a number of departments (including Stores, Electro Mechanical/Door Section, and the Electronics Department to ensure that you develop a wide range of mechanical skills.

We are fully committed to support you during your training and as an apprentice you will be an integral part of the team.

Located in Barton Under Needwood, Wabtec Corporation is one of the UK’s leading railway engineering companies. The company undertakes the repair, refurbishment, of train doors, door operating mechanisms and electronic support equipment.

Our Vision: “Revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations” do you have what it takes to deliver for our customers?

As a multi skilled technician you will work within various departments and your development will include:

• Safe and Professional working practices including legislation, regulation, industry procedures and safety requirements.

• Career skills such as time management, working analytically, communication and organisation.

• Understanding engineering drawings.

• Learn how to handle equipment safely and correctly.

• Use systematic faults diagnosis techniques to assist in the rectification of mechanical and pneumatic, systems.

• Disassembly & assembly of electronic components, doors and door mechanisms.

• Familiarisation with the company’s systems and procedures.

• Some administrative duties as and when required. Adherence to Company Health & Safety Policy and safety regulations is essential.

You will engage in continuous learning and development activities as part of the apprenticeship programme, including attendance at college and on-the-job training.

What We Offer:
• Comprehensive on the job training leading to a Level 3 qualification.
• A supportive learning environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Hands-on experience in a dynamic business setting.
• Regular feedback and guidance from mentors.
• A steppingstone to a rewarding career in Mechanical Engineering

Where you’ll work

Graycar Business Park

Barton Under Needwood

DE13 8EN

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

BURTON AND SOUTH DERBYSHIRE COLLEGE

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

Level 3 Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of Work Based Assessment and day/block release. The programme will culminate in an End Point Assessment, where all the skills and knowledge gained on the apprenticeship will be formally tested.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade 4/C 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
Communication skills
Logical
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Time-Management

Other requirements

You will need to be able to travel to and from site on a daily basis. Benifits of working with Faiveley Transport Tamworth – A Division of Wabtec UK Limited include: 22 days holiday + statutory bank holidays, Life assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension scheme, Occupational Sick pay - after 6 months service, Onsite catering facility, Free onsite parking, Cycle to work scheme, Employee discounts, Holiday purchase scheme.

About this company

Engineering Industry/Rail Manufacturer and Overhaul.

After this apprenticeship

A chance to gain essential mechanical engineering knowledge within a progressive company with the potential of a full-time position and career progression on completion of apprenticeship.

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