Engineering Technician Apprentice

Summary

We are seeking a proactive, skilled, and adaptable Engineering Technician to support our vibrant Engineering, Automotive team. The ideal candidate will be someone who not only has the technical curiosity to learn and develop but also embodies the values and behaviours that makes our college community thrive.

Annual wage: £11,648 to £20,820.80 a year
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Training course: Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm.
35 hours a week
Possible start date: Saturday 6 December
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

Work alongside the Engineering, Automotive and Construction technician to prepare, maintain and repair equipment and machines that are used within the Engineering and Automotive department.
Creation of a safe workshop environment, modelling ‘5 S’ best practice approaches.
Taking ownership for the timely maintenance and accurate recording of equipment and machines utilised within Engineering and Automotive.
Maintaining high standards of stock taking and efficient processes to safely store equipment.
Support with the preparation for practical and technical delivery within the curriculum area.
Setting, operating and maintaining Engineering and Automotive equipment.
Carry out preventative maintenance tasks on plant and specific equipment.
Contribute to ensuring the safety of all plant, equipment and company assets.
Develop and maintain audit and equipment storage processes. · Utilise engineering skills to contribute and support both curriculum and non-curriculum projects.
Contribute innovative ideas, opinions and suggestions to improve the service.
Support the technician in ordering staff and student resources.
Fault finding and problem solving to create innovative solutions.

Where you’ll work

College Rd,

Ashington

NE63 9RG

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

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

Your training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Your training plan

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade Grade 4-9 Or Equivalent)
Maths (grade Grade 5-9 Or Equivalent)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Digital/IT (grade Level 2)

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
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Team working

Other requirements

Due to the nature of this post you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

About this company

At Education Partnership North East, we are passionate about transforming lives through education. As a leading education provider in the North East of England, comprising of Sunderland College, Northumberland College and Hartlepool Sixth Form College we are committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences that help our students to achieve their full potential; and we are ambitious. We are currently the top performing General Further Education college in the North East for 16-19 student achievement and ranked 2nd nationally. We have a strong college community and encourage our staff and students to be their authentic selves, be respectful of others and to be innovative in how they deliver an excellent student experience by creating an exciting future for everyone working and studying across the group. As an employer, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where our staff can thrive. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in their development and wellbeing. We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

https://educationpartnershipne.ac.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Possiblility of full-time role upon successful completion of apprenticeship.

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