Summary
Within Community Operations at South Tyneside Council, we manage, maintain and improve 16,000 Council homes and estates. Our apprentices and staff are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to be an employer of choice, with a motivated, well-trained, and diverse workforce ready to meet the needs of our community now and in the future.
Wage
Competitive
Training course
Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.
37 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 1 September
Duration
1 year 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
Whether you are finishing school, college or looking for a career change, our award-winning apprenticeships offer a rewarding path.
This is a place where you can be your best, feel like you belong and build a career you are proud of.
No experience is needed – you will receive all the training and development you need, plus support from a mentor and college to:
* Gain hands-on experience in tenants homes
* Complete general and emergency repairs, as well as full house renovations
* Collaborate with other trades to solve complex problems
Where you’ll work
Middlefields, Foss Way
South Shields
NE34 0BN
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
NCG
Your training course
Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Comply with quality, safety, health and environmental regulations.
* Read, analyse and interpret engineering data, drawings and documentation used in the operation and maintenance procedures.
* Use hand and power tools to measure, mark out, cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.
* Assembly, removal, maintenance and overhaul components, equipment and systems.
* Apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, terminations, connectors, seals, gaskets, and jointing materials).
* Undertake testing, inspection and diagnostic activities on components, equipment and systems, making adjustments where applicable
* Comply with correct entry procedures and precautions for confined spaces.
Your training plan
* Maritime Mechanical and Electrical Mechanic Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
* You will attend college 1 day per week or on block release
More training information
* All transport and lunch expenses will be fully re-imbursed
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade C/4)
* Maths (grade C/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
* Attention to detail
* Team working