Maintenance Multiskilled Apprentice

Summary

We have an opportunity for a Multiskilled Maintenance Apprentice to join our Maintenance team. They will work as part of a factory-based team responsible for ensuring the smooth running of equipment and machinery.

Annual wage: £20,750 a year
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Training course: Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 7.00am - 3.00pm (but can be somewhat flexible), 37.5 hours per week (half hour unpaid lunch daily, paid breaks).
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Saturday 16 November
Duration: 1 year
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

With your assigned mentor (Electrical or Mechanical), view the workload for the day, whether it be Regular Planned Maintenance tasks such as testing of machine interlocks, topping up oil and grease points for machine bearings and motors, or Unplanned works (breakdowns/faults) such as machines not starting, or belts have come off some machines’ motor pulleys.
Plan in which order the work will be tackled and completed and obtain any documentation (Safety Permits) and parts that might be required, then progress to carrying out the work. As an apprentice, you will assist the skilled and qualified mentor in both types of repairs, being taught which equipment/tools to use and how to use them correctly to affect the repairs.
Complete paperwork and computer feedback on the work completed so that comprehensive and detailed information is recorded on the actions and repairs.
Assisting with the installation of wiring systems and electrical fixtures
Assisting and performing testing and diagnostics on mechanical and electrical equipment/machines
Assisting and performing routine maintenance tasks such as fire alarm testing and sprinkler pump testing.
Following electrical codes, blueprints, and standards to maintain safety and compliance
Collaborating with other mechanics and electricians to coordinate installations and repairs
Learning to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
Maintaining tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working order
Participating in training sessions, workshops and Tool Box Talks (briefings) to enhance skills and understanding of the field
Ordering parts as required
Observing and learning from senior mechanics/electricians to build industry knowledge and skills
Completing daily/weekly log-book on information gained and tasks completed
(If full qualifications have yet to be attained) Attending College as regularly as required to complete formal academic training and professional qualifications

Where you’ll work

Elizabethan Way

Newhey

Rochdale

OL16 4LE

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

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Your training plan

This would consist of a block release preferably 1 week per month

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

5 GCSEs including Maths, English and Science (grade 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

Team working
enthusiastic
passionate
hardworking
diligent
Resilient

About this company

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

https://careers.sunchemical.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Competitive Salary depending on experience • Pension • Competitive holiday entitlement increasing with service • Cycle to Work scheme • Training opportunities • Discounts and savings at some of the UK’s biggest retailers • Free onsite parking

After this apprenticeship

This is a permanent position. Those who successfully complete the apprenticeship and meet the standards required will have the opportunity to become a fully-fledged Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with the commensurate associated salary.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Jason Wales

jwales@rochdaletraining.co.uk

07860919380

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000284260.

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