Summary
Our Rail and Rail Systems Engineer Apprenticeship will see you achieving a degree without the fees. Through studying and on the job training, you’ll widen your skill set and gain all the experience you need to become a fully skilled professional.
Wage
£24,500 a year
The Salary will increase with completion of each year
Training course
Science industry process and plant engineer (degree) (level 6)
Hours
You may be required to work shifts, including evenings, weekends and night shifts. Shifts and days to be confirmed.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Wednesday 1 October
Duration
4 years
Positions available
5
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
* A Level 6 apprenticeship in rail and rail systems equips you for a career in the engineering design, installation, operation, and maintenance of essential railway systems.
* You’ll join the Electrification & Plant LV team, focusing on signalling power, points heating, trackside equipment supplies, earthing and bonding, level crossing power supplies, and trackside lighting. Your projects will span from feasibility studies and early optioneering to detailed design. Additionally, you’ll assist with emergency designs to address any low voltage electrical faults on the railway.
* Your role will involve surveying trackside assets and monitoring live equipment up to 1000V. All necessary training and personal protective equipment will be provided.
* This apprenticeship offers a blend of academic learning and hands-on experience, preparing you for a dynamic and evolving industry.
Where you’ll work
York
YO24 4EH
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
NETWORK RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Your training course
Science industry process and plant engineer (degree) (level 6)
Equal to degree
Course contents
* Ensure the control, within own area of responsibility, of major accident hazards, health & safety, to statutory, mandatory and environmental standards.
* Ensure that targets are met and maintained, within own area of responsibility, whilst complying with defined company procedures and legislative requirements
* Prepare for and perform process/plant engineering tasks using the appropriate techniques, procedures and methods
* Support the evaluation, submission, planning, installation and commissioning of capital, maintenance and revenue projects to improve process performance
* Work autonomously to analyse, interpret and evaluate engineering data, presenting the results and problem solving approach clearly and concisely in written and oral form, using technology where appropriate to assist with and evaluate activies
* Apply continuous improvement techniques and support existing manufacturing principles to drive effectiveness and efficiency.
* Manage and/or support the introduction of new technologies and practices
* Use creative thinking and problem solving to challenge assumptions, innovate, make new proposals and build on existing ideas.
* Plan and prioritise process/plant tasks using project planning tools, review and evaluate progress against objectives and investigate alternative scenarios
Your training plan
* L6 Science industry process and plant engineer (degree) Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* Any subject (grade 9-4)
* English Language (grade 9-4)
* Maths (grade 9-5)
* Science (grade 9-4)
A Level in:
* Maths and/or Physical Sciences (grade 120 UCAS points)
Other in:
* Rail apprenticeship (grade L3)
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
* Organisation skills
* Team working
Other requirements
Apprenticeship will involve working outdoors, in all weathers and occasionally at night