Apprentice Plant Operator

Summary

Sirius is proud of its employee-owned structure, fostering a strong sense of community and shared success. The successful candidate will be able to operate the latest machines and technologies, ensuring hands-on experience and enhancing skills and career prospects while working in a cutting-edge industry.

Wage: £15,704 to £25,396.80 a year
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Training course: Construction plant operative (level 2)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 5.00pm, with 1 hour for lunch.
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 5 May
Duration: 1 year 3 months
Positions available: 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

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:

Provide signals to other operators & marshal vehicles on-site

Plant Operatives check, prepare, maintain & operate several machines that are used on construction sites, such as:

360 excavators to dig or shape the ground to form embankments or trenches for underground pipes
Dumper to transport earth across a site and tip it where required
Ride-on-Roller to compact materials such as earth and tarmac for roads, paths, etc.
Forklift to lift and transport construction materials

Where you’ll work

4245 Park Approach
Leeds
LS15 8GB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

CONSTRUCTION AND PLANT ASSESSMENTS LTD

Your training course

Construction plant operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Extract information from a variety of sources for basic servicing, checks, operational and maintenance requirements.
Select and use tools, lubricants and equipment required for operator-level maintenance, checks, servicing and configuration requirements.
Identify and apply information from a range of sources so that the machine is set for the work and for the work to be carried out.
Identify and source materials, equipment and consumables for operational requirements.
Prepare and set the machine for travelling purposes.
Travel the machine across a range of ground, surfaces and in a range of operational environments and conditions inc. where relevant on inclines, and on and from a transporter.
Plan, configure and set the machine to carry out the required work activity.
Operate the machine in accordance with given instructions for excavating, compacting, loading, lifting, moving, discharging and placing activities relevant to the machine being used.
Identify, use and maintain effective communication with co-workers, supporting staff and supervisors to carry out the work safely and efficiently.
Carry out checks (through self and with others) that the work being carried out meets the job requirements and timescales.
Position, configure and shut down the machine when work activities cease and isolate and secure the machine and relevant equipment and structures to prevent unauthorised use or access.
Marshall the movements of a range of plant and delivery vehicles for positioning and safe movement requirements.
Assist in the setting up, configuring and positioning of plant to carry out specific work functions.
Assist in preparing and securing a transporter and the items of plant during the loading and unloading activity for transportation purposes.
Work in accordance with health, safety, welfare and environmental requirements, evaluate the working area and activity according to static and dynamic risk assessments and method statements, and report on unsafe situations following organisational procedures.
Extract information from a variety of sources for basic servicing, checks, operational and maintenance requirements.
Select and use tools, lubricants and equipment required for operator-level maintenance, checks, servicing and configuration requirements.
Identify and apply information from a range of sources so that the machine is set for the work and for the work to be carried out.
Identify and source materials, equipment and consumables for operational requirements.
Prepare and set the machine for travelling purposes.
Travel the machine across a range of ground, surfaces and in a range of operational environments and conditions inc. where relevant on inclines, and on and from a transporter.
Plan, configure and set the machine to carry out the required work activity.
Operate the machine in accordance with given instructions for excavating, compacting, loading, lifting, moving, discharging and placing activities relevant to the machine being used.
Identify, use and maintain effective communication with co-workers, supporting staff and supervisors to carry out the work safely and efficiently.
Carry out checks (through self and with others) that the work being carried out meets the job requirements and timescales.
Position, configure and shut down the machine when work activities cease and isolate and secure the machine and relevant equipment and structures to prevent unauthorised use or access.
Marshall the movements of a range of plant and delivery vehicles for positioning and safe movement requirements.
Assist in the setting up, configuring and positioning of plant to carry out specific work functions.
Assist in preparing and securing a transporter and the items of plant during the loading and unloading activity for transportation purposes.
Work in accordance with health, safety, welfare and environmental requirements, evaluate the working area and activity according to static and dynamic risk assessments and method statements, and report on unsafe situations following organisational procedures.

Your training plan

You will achieve the Level 2 Construction Plant Operative Apprenticeship Standard by attending the CP Assessments Training Centre in Doncaster to undertake 6 block-release training sessions (5 days) every 8-12 weeks
The successful candidate will work towards their Functional Skills in maths and English if they have not achieved this prior or have an equivalent
The successful candidate will also get an Apprentice CSCS card, which will be upgraded upon completing the apprenticeship

Requirements

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
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Patience

Other requirements

The successful candidate will be required to help onsite where needed, and working away from your region may be required.

About this company

Sirius Remediation Ltd is a valued part of the Sirius Engineering Group and proudly upholds its status as an employee-owned company. Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in health, safety, and environmental performance is unwavering. Our team of skilled professionals collaborates closely with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with pertinent legislation and to achieve sustainable, long-term outcomes. We place great importance on our employees and invest in their continuous development, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Our commitment to building strong relationships and delivering exceptional service has established us as a trusted partner in the remediation industry.

http://www.thesiriusgroup.com (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

This is a fantastic opportunity for successful candidates to start their careers with a highly reputable, well-established, and employee-owned company
Progression within the organisation with more responsibility is expected upon completing the apprenticeship
You may eventually wish to pursue further qualifications, such as Occupational Work Supervision, which can be studied at Level 3

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CONSTRUCTION AND PLANT ASSESSMENTS LTD

LEAH JACKSON

leah.jackson@cpassessments.co.uk

01709 868181

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000306544.

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