Engineering Operations Apprenticeship

Summary

This is a way for you to earn while you learn in a real job, gaining a nationally recognised qualification. You will be part of our workforce, and you will work and train under an Apprenticeship Agreement. As a member of our workforce, you will also be entitled to paid holidays and other employee benefits, along with a competitive salary.

Annual wage

£13,650 a year

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Prospect of progression to a higher level apprenticeship qualification and to progress within the business. Prospect of a permanent position for the right candidate on completion of the Apprenticeship.

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

Hours

Monday to Friday - 37.5 hours per week. Hours of work will vary dependent on attendance for college day release. Working hours TBC

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 25 September

Duration

2 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

Hospital Metalcraft’s commitment to training its staff is an investment in the company's future. With over 150 skilled employees, we are a significant employer in North Dorset. The company has vacancies for apprentices, offering you the opportunity to develop new skills, gain a professional qualification whilst having the security of a wage and the prospect of a career with a market leading manufacturer.

You will benefit from on the job training, from your colleagues at work and off the job training at Weymouth College. Through this, you will learn the theory and develop all the skills you need. You will also produce work which is assessed against national standards.

The role encompasses the learning of skills in fabrication and manufacturing processes necessary to produce Hospital Metalcraft products in order to provide a 'springboard' into a long term, permanent career within the company.

This will include gaining knowledge, experience and skill in the disciplines of:

Final product assembly
Paint
Polishing
Sanding
Press brake
Tube & rod bending
Welding
CNC operations within our wood shop

Why choose Hospital Metalcraft Ltd for your Apprenticeship?

Our products are manufactured from a range of materials including aluminium, mild steel, stainless steel sheet & tube, wood & plastics. Using a wide range of processes including CNC machinery, MIG, TIG, plasma, spot welding, polishing, powder coating, upholstery & assembly, you will have the opportunity to gain experience, skills & knowledge in a wide range of manufacturing processes.

Our primary site is based at Blandford.

We apply modern LEAN principles, continually invest into our staff, the development of new product ranges, as well as investing in the latest machinery, tools & systems.

We operate to British Quality Standard ISO 9001:2015 QMS.

We are a British Safety Council Member & Approved Centre.

We have been manufacturing medical furniture & equipment since 1953. We have established ourselves as a leading supplier to the National Health Service and are recognised by many thousands of satisfied customers around the world.

We are a hard-working, professional, friendly & supportive team.

Where you’ll work

Blandford Heights

Blandford Forum

DT11 7TG

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

WEYMOUTH COLLEGE

Your training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

At the end of the apprenticeship, you will be qualified with a Level 2 - Intermediate (Engineering Operations).

Formal training to be provided by Weymouth College resulting in an EAL Diploma. Informal on the job training conducted by experienced colleagues whilst you work. In house training i.e. welding also available.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade Grade C/5 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
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working

Other requirements

Working Week: Dates and times to be confirmed at interview. Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applicants have been received. NOTE: If your application is successful, you must attend an initial interview with Weymouth College before your details are put forward to this employer. This will be arranged by an invitation from Weymouth College. This is not an interview for the job.

About this company

Hospital Metalcraft Ltd (Bristol Maid™) is a market leading business engaged in the manufacture and supply of medical furniture & equipment. Our products are manufactured from a range of materials including aluminium, mild steel, stainless steel sheet & tube, wood & plastics. Using a wide range of processes including CNC machinery, MIG, TIG, plasma, spot welding, polishing, powder coating, upholstery & assembly, you will have the opportunity to gain experience, skills & knowledge in a wide range of manufacturing processes. Our primary site is based at Blandford. We apply modern LEAN principles, continually invest into our staff, the development of new product ranges, as well as investing in the latest machinery, tools & systems. We operate to British Quality Standard ISO 9001:2015 QMS. We are a British Safety Council Member & Approved Centre. We have been manufacturing medical furniture & equipment since 1953. We have established ourselves as a leading supplier to the National Health Service and are recognised by many thousands of satisfied customers around the world.

After this apprenticeship

Prospect of progression to a higher-level apprenticeship qualification and to progress within the business. Prospect of a permanent position for the right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

Hospital Metalcraft Ltd

Melanie Kirkwood

mkirkwood@bristolmaid.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000274997.

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Closes in 14 days (Monday 30 September at 11:59pm)

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