Apprentice M&E Technician

Summary

As one of our mechanical and electrical technician apprentices, you will be involved in a wide range of maintenance and repair works across our structures, plant and equipment. You will be an ambassador of the Canal & River Trust, who is keen to learn new skills.

Wage: £22,095 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training course: Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours: Your working week will be Monday - Friday, between the hours of 7.00am - 5.00pm, depending on the shift patterns of colleagues.
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 8 September
Duration: 3 years 6 months
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 be assisting the local M&E team with the delivery of maintenance and repair works to mechanical & electrical structures, plant and equipment to protect and enhance the reputation of the network as a valued national asset. This will include carrying out reactive repairs, planned preventative maintenance, general works programme, and projects, including working on a wide range of assets such as bridges, locks, pump stations & construction sites.

Comply with Canal & River Trust’s Health & Safety policy and defined standards, report incidents, accidents and near misses.
Assist with point of work risk assessments and make adjustments to work methods where appropriate
Working outside, ensure that the customer experience is maximised by providing outstanding levels of customer service in accordance with defined standards.
Promote Canal & River Trust by maintaining a professional approach at all times
Assist in the planning and preparation of all specific related tasks in terms of mechanical and electrical equipment, materials and plant resources
Assist the M&E team to ensure all mechanical and electrical equipment (PPE, plant, materials etc) are appropriate for the task
Support mechanical and electrical asset inspections.
Identify and report any damage or incidents to M&E Supervisor or Engineers for inputting into SAP
Assist M&E Team to undertake key duties associated with the mechanical and electrical maintenance of the waterways
Ensuring that inclusion and diversity are integrated into all aspects of Trust life and promoting inclusion by challenging behaviour, practices, actions, or decisions that are counter to the objectives of the Trust
Displaying the Trust values and behaviours always

Where you’ll work

Greyfriars Road

Doncaster

DN1 1QN

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

GRANTHAM COLLEGE

Your training course

Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

Our apprentices complete a Level 3 Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
As a Trust apprentice, you will complete your apprenticeship training both on and off-the-job, through virtual webinars and block weeks attendance at our chosen training provider based in Grantham
You will be expected to stay away from home at college accommodation during your block weeks
All college related travel costs are paid for by the Trust

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English Language (grade A-C or 9-4)
Maths (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
Customer care skills
Team working
Non judgemental
Physical fitness

Other requirements

You should have an interest in fixing rather than throwing away and be someone who is not scared to take things apart and figure out how it works. You will need a full UK driving licence or be willing to attain one within 12 months of beginning your apprenticeship, as the ability to drive is mandatory for this role.

About this company

We’re the charity helping millions of people feel happier and healthier by spending more time on and along our canals and rivers. Our rich and tranquil spaces provide places to walk, jog, bike, boat and rest. It takes an extraordinary team to bring our waterways to life and that’s where you come in.

https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

We are fully committed to support all of our apprentices during their training
We truly value their contribution to the Trust and plan our recruitment to match progression opportunities
Once the apprenticeship is completed and your work on site is to a satisfactory level, we aim to offer ongoing employment opportunities with us

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