Apprentice Crane Engineer
R H C LIFTING LTD
BRISTOL (BS37 5PG)
Closes on Wednesday 30 April 2025
Posted on 21 February 2025
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Summary
RHC Lifting is offering an exciting Crane Engineer Apprenticeship, where you'll gain valuable skills, industry qualifications, and real-world experience working with lifting equipment. You'll learn from expert engineers, develop mechanical and electrical knowledge, and work on cutting-edge lifting solutions.
- Wage
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£18,304 a year
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£8.80 an hour.
- Training course
- Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
- Hours
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40-hours per week including one day per week at college.
8am - 4.30pm.
Monday to Friday.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
The Apprentice Crane Engineer will work towards a Level 3 in an appropriate electro-mechanical discipline whilst working alongside the Company’s engineering team within the projects and servicing fields to develop an understanding of electro-mechanical engineering within the areas of crane and lifting equipment. This will include:
- Developing the knowledge and skills undertake trouble shooting
- Maintenance and repairs on cranes and associated lifting equipment
- Enhance and support the development of their skills and knowledge within this field of work
- Enhancing the overall skills base of the company
Where you’ll work
UNIT T
LAWRENCE DRIVE
YATE
BRISTOL
BS37 5PG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Training and Qualification Level.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Level 3
- Maintaining the safety, integrity and effective operation of plant and equipment in industries that are part of the national infrastructure engineering sector, such as, electricity generating, oil and gas refining and pharmaceuticals
- City of Bristol College (Advanced Engineering Centre)
- Day release
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English & Maths (grade 4/C)
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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Comfortable working at height
- Good Time Management
- Good work ethic
- Self-discipline
Other requirements
Must have a full UK driving licence by the end of the first year of their apprenticeship. This role will be active role so all applicant must be physically fit and able to work in a variety of environments, including working at heights. The successful applicant will be provided with a van along with uniform and PPE. 25 days holiday per annum plus public holidays Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme
About this company
RHC Lifting, part of the WH Scott Group, is a leading provider of lifting solutions, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, and servicing of cranes and lifting equipment. With a strong reputation for quality, safety, and innovation, RHC Lifting serves a wide range of industries, ensuring businesses have reliable and compliant lifting systems. The company is committed to excellence, offering expert engineering services, tailored solutions, and ongoing support to help clients operate efficiently and safely. Through investment in training and technology, RHC Lifting and the WH Scott Group continues to grow as a trusted name in the lifting industry.
After this apprenticeship
As an apprentice Crane Engineer at RHC Lifting, you'll start by learning the fundamentals of lifting equipment, mechanical systems, and electrical components. After successfully completing your apprenticeship, you can progress to a fully qualified Crane Engineer, taking on more responsibilities, servicing, and maintaining a variety of lifting solutions. With RHC Lifting’s commitment to growth and development the possibility of further qualifications is within reach and we are committed to your career with us.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE
Apprenticeship Team
apprentice@cityofbristol.ac.uk
01173125250
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000305336.
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Closes on Wednesday 30 April 2025
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