Apprentice Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician

HEWITT ROBINS INTERNATIONAL LTD

Huntingdon Way, DE12 7NQ

Closes today

Posted on 3 February 2025


Summary

Launch your career in engineering with an apprenticeship at Hewitt Robins International. Gain practical experience in maintaining and operating complex engineering systems in various industries. The role promises to be a stepping stone to a thriving future in engineering. Ideal for those passionate about technology, innovation & engineering.

Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Fridays: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Includes 1-hour paid lunch break per day.

36 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 30 April

Duration

3 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

Within this role, you'll be an integral part of our team, ensuring the safety, integrity, and effective operation of our plant and equipment. Your apprenticeship will focus on a specialist pathway of Mechanical Technician, which may include assembling, installing, and dismantling mechanical plant and equipment, conducting planned and unplanned maintenance, replacing or repairing components, and diagnosing faults to ensure operational efficiency.

Your role will include:

  • Maintenance and Repair: Undertake regular maintenance, identify faults, and carry out necessary repairs on a range of equipment, ensuring everything operates smoothly and efficiently
  • Operational Support: Assist in the operation of complex systems. Get involved in activities such as plant commissioning, start-up, and shutdown processes
  • Quality Assurance and Safety Compliance: Ensure all work meets the highest quality standards and complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Be proactive in identifying and mitigating risks

You'll work closely with experienced professionals who will guide you through your apprenticeship, providing support and mentoring to help you develop a wide range of skills and knowledge.

Where you’ll work

Huntingdon Court

Huntingdon Way

DE12 7NQ

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

BURTON AND SOUTH DERBYSHIRE COLLEGE

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

  • Level 3 Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician apprenticeship standard
  • Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of Work Based Assessment and day/block release. The programme will culminate in an End Point Assessment, where all the skills and knowledge gained on the apprenticeship will be formally tested.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • Maths and English (grade 4/C 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

  • Analytical skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication skills
  • Initiative
  • Logical
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Time-Management

Other requirements

Free secure on-site parking and a nearby public transport is available, but this can be infrequent. We offer a pension scheme, 25 days holiday and sick pay.

About this company

Our product range includes all types of Vibrating Screens, Feeders, Grizzlies and Foundry Equipment, all of which are designed for the specific application, ensuring long life, low maintenance and therefore, the lowest possible total cost of ownership. Where replacement machines, of any manufacture, are required our equipment is designed to retrofit into the existing structure saving significant costs and downtime. With over 100 years of experience, Hewitt Robins continues to set the global standard in the specialist material handling sector.

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you'll have the opportunity to secure a full-time position with Hewitt Robins International. This role could be the beginning of a fulfilling career path leading to positions such as Senior Technician, Maintenance Manager, or even Plant Operations Manager. The skills and experience gained through this apprenticeship will open doors to advanced roles within the engineering sector.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BURTON AND SOUTH DERBYSHIRE COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000300077.

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Closes today

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