Process Operations Apprentice

Summary

The ideal apprentice should be logical, capable of solving problems efficiently, and have a practical approach to learning and work. A curious mindset, coupled with respect and a strong work ethic, is essential to succeed and grow in this dynamic learning environment.

Wage: £17,400 a year
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Training course: Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 26 August
Duration: 3 years
Positions available: 3

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

The successful candidate will be trained to a high level in all aspects of operating an energy from waste plant, safely, responsibly and profitably including:-

· The receiving and consigning waste and by products,

· Driving and operating heavy mobile plant and cranes,

· Operation of process plant, including the incinerator, compressors, turbines, generators, boilers, conveyors, shredders, fans, valves, turbines and pollution control equipment,

· Carrying out operational inspections, checks, routine and in addition carrying out first line maintenance and inspections.

· Fault finding; learning to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment.

· Trained to work safely: write risk assessments and procedures in order to work safely.

· Be part of a motivated and successful team.

The apprentice who will be trained to be part of a successful team operating an Energy from Waste facility.

Where you’ll work

20/20 Business Park

Laverstoke Road

Allington

Maidstone

ME16 0LE

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

HUMBERSIDE ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

Studying to complete a Level 3 Maintenance and operations engineering technician apprenticeship standard, delivered by Humberside Engineering Training Association (HETA) Limited.

More training information

The apprenticeship will be split into two parts; progression onto the second part will be contingent on the successful completion of part one.

Stage 1 – Student Apprenticeship – 1 year; academic study

Attend the Allington site for the purposes of induction, minimal mandatory training, site orientation etc.
Full time attendance at HETA College (Hull)
Fulfil all academic requirements of the course in order to achieve a minimum pass grade.
Fulfil the minimum attendance requirements for the course.
Maintain good standards of personal conduct.

Stage 2 – Intermediate Apprenticeship – 1 year; improving operational performance.

· The receiving and consigning waste and by products,

· Driving and operating heavy mobile plant and cranes,

· Operation of process machinery, including shredders, fans, computer-controlled systems,

· Carrying out operational inspections, checks and routine and in addition carrying out first line maintenance and inspections,

· Fault finding; learn to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment.

· Trained to work safely: Write risk assessments, and procedures in order to work safely.

Stage 3 – Intermediate Apprenticeship – 1 year; Operator / Maintainer

· Physical and DCS operation of process plant, including the incinerator, compressors, turbines, generators, boilers, conveyors, shredders, fans, valves, turbines, and pollution control equipment,

· Carrying out operational inspections, checks and routine and in addition carrying out first line maintenance and inspections,

· Fault finding; learn to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment.

· Trained to work safely: Write risk assessments, and procedures in order to work safely.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths, English & Science (grade 5s 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

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness

About this company

As one of the UK’s leading recycling and waste management companies, employing key workers in the environmental sector, we take pride in recycling and reusing as much of the nation’s waste as possible. Waste that cannot be recycled is transformed into energy; only waste which cannot be processed for further use is sent to landfill. FCC Environment offers a flexible, supportive workplace that is built around your health, safety, and career development. Whether you are looking to start an apprenticeship, join our graduate programme, or bring your existing skills and knowledge to us, we have a wide variety of roles and opportunities, from HGV drivers to engineers.

After this apprenticeship

The first year of the Apprenticeship will be spent at HETA in Hull. FCC will pay for accommodation including all bills. The accommodation has Gym, workspace, on site parking and wifi. In addition a weekly food allowance is also given. From there, the right candidate may progress on with the company in a permanent role.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HUMBERSIDE ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

recruitment@heta.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000300529.

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Closes on Monday 31 March 2025

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