Apprentice Mechanical and Electrical Engineer

Summary

We're offering a great opportunity for a talented Apprentice to gain valuable experience and develop key skills that will help you to pursue a career in the construction industry. You will work as part of the Mechanical, Electrical and Process Team to provide support in the delivery of multi-disciplined projects.

Wage: Competitive
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training course: Utilities engineering technician (level 3)
Hours: Working hours: 37.5hrs per week, general working hours are Monday-Friday 08:30 - 17:00. However, site hours will vary and could start at 07:30. Days to be confirmed/discussed.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Monday 1 September
Duration: 4 years
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

You will help incorporate the design, construction and commissioning of plant and equipment mainly within the Water sector.
You will play a vital role in the design, planning and programming of the MEP aspects of the projects we deliver; working with design and operational teams to support the design, planning, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of projects.
Be involved in the design phase of construction projects, providing buildability & commissioning knowledge to assist the design engineers.
Getting involved in hands-on practical work as well as supervisory activities.

Where you’ll work

Alexander House

1 Mandarin Road

Houghton Le Spring

DH4 5RA

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

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING LTD

Your training course

Utilities engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

You will receive full on the job training by your dedicated mentor. Your apprenticeship will be supported by an external service provider at college or in a classroom environment. This training may be carried out virtually, in a local office, onsite or at the training provider premises in Peterborough, which may need you to stay away from home but all related expenses will be covered by JN Bentley.

You will work towards your Level 3 Utilities Engineering Technician apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

3 further subjects (grade A* - C or 9-4)
English (grade A* - C or 9-4)
Mathematics (grade A*- C or 9-4)

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

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Other requirements

Full clean driving licence essential with the use of a vehicle; Willingness and flexibility to travel to sites across your operational region;

About this company

JN Bentley is a leading civil engineering and construction company in the UK, directly employing over 1850 people and with an annual turnover in the region of £400 million, generated from projects in both the building and civil engineering markets. As part of the global management, engineering and development consultancy, Mott MacDonald, we offer our clients full feasibility, design and construction services throughout the UK.

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

Company benefits

Pension, Life Assurance, Westfield Health, Profit share Bonus (not Guaranteed) Car allowance for site based roles

After this apprenticeship

You will be a permanent employee from day one with JN Bentley, however, when you complete your initial apprenticeship qualification, you will be considered for further training. This will be discussed with both your mentor and our Learning and Development team.

From completing a level 3 qualification, this could then lead to you having the opportunity to carry out higher or degree apprenticeships in your preferred field within the mechanical, electrical and process remit.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

J.N. BENTLEY LIMITED

Tabby Bentley

mmbcearlycareers@jnbentley.co.uk

+441756691308

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000301697.

Apply now

Closes in 22 days (Friday 28 February)

When you apply, you’ll be asked to sign in with a GOV.UK One Login. You can create one at the same time as applying for this apprenticeship.

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.

Company’s application instructions

Find the role through the online search button on our website. upload your CV and a cover letter, and create an account. You will need to agree to our privacy policy in order to allow us to see your data. There will be some supporting questions that need to be answered which will help determine if you reach the next stage, so all questions must be answered. One of our internal recruiters will then call you to discuss the role further and advise if you are to be selected for interview

Cookies on Find an apprenticeship

Contents