Signage Technician Apprenticeship

Summary

Ellis Signs is looking for a candidate to join #teamellis and obtain a Level 3 sign technician apprenticeship. Ellis Signs is based in Blaydon and is the North East's leading signage company. We have been creating an image since 1983 and some of our clients include Moss, Superdrug and Build-A-Bear Workshop.

Annual wage: £13,312 a year
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Training course: Signage technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00-16:00 & Friday 7:00-15:15
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 18 November
Duration: 2 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

This is a fantastic opportunity for anybody wanting to learn an old school craft mixed with modern innovation. As a Level 3 sign technician, some day to day responsibilities will include:

Handling various materials including acrylics, metals and aluminium composite materials,
Wiring and soldering of electrical components
Within our assembly department you will be required to be competent in reading & understanding technical drawings, plans & assembly instructions.
Positioning, aligning and assembling sign components and parts
You will gain experience using adhesives, bonding agents and mechanical fixings
Learning how to use CNC machinery, including a Axyz 6014 4m x 2m flatbed router and using Artcam sortware cutting a wide range of materials from Aluminium to MDF
Creating signs using a variety of materials
Using a variety of tools to cut, shape, and assemble signs

The ideal apprentice will have a good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of sign makers to #teamellis!

Where you’ll work

Unit 7

Carlington Court

Factory Road

Blaydon-on-Tyne

NE21 5SE

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

BPIF TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Signage technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Interpret information, for example customer briefs, specifications and work instructions.

Conduct site survey.

Calculate costs and prepare quotations.

Plan and schedule work.

Prepare for signage work.

Use graphic design software to design signage.

Create pre-fabrication files/instructions.

Select and use materials and components.

Assemble signs.

Trim, clean and add fixing features to signage such as eyelets, hinges and brackets, as required.

Protect materials and signs to prevent damage during manufacture, transportation and storage.

Apply, install or erect signs.

Check signage materials and products against quality requirements.

Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace; advise on and apply control measures.

Comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.

Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations: safe disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources.

Select, set up, complete pre-checks and operate sign-making machinery, tools and equipment.

Maintain work area, tools and equipment for example, charge batteries and sharpen blades.

Use access equipment in the installation process, for example ladders, fixed and mobile platforms.

Communicate with colleagues and/or stakeholders – verbal, written or electronic; use industry terminology.

Complete documentation for example job sheets, maintenance records.

Rectify or report issues.

Your training plan

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the qualification obtained will be a Level 3 Signage Apprenticeship Standard. The apprentice will be given sufficient time to undertake their "off-the-job" requirement of the apprenticeship during their working hours. Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by both your employer and BPIF Training to achieve the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the apprenticeship through a structured training plan. You will be assigned a training coordinator who will work with you throughout your apprenticeship to ensure that you have the best training and support available. Most training and studying will be a combination of regular site-based visits at the employer's premises and remote delivery. Candidates without the required level of maths and English will be required to complete Functional Skills alongside the apprenticeship.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 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

Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Initiative
Logical
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working

About this company

At Ellis Signs we specialise in bespoke signage solutions which elevate businesses and build brands. First impressions matter. That's why we use signage to communicate and tell stories

After this apprenticeship

The successful candidate will be given the opportunity of full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship if a position is available and all competency criteria has been met.

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