We’re delighted to be launching our Operational Technology Apprentice programme for 2024. This role involves repairing and maintaining our assets to ensure we can continue to deliver for our customers.
What is Operational Technology?
1. Operational Technology sits within the ICA engineering discipline. It focuses on instrumentation,control, and automation systems. This involves the design, installation, and maintenance of devices and systems that monitor and control industrial processes. ICA engineers work with sensors, transmitters, and controllers(PLCs) to gather data and make decisions.
2. This is a varied and interesting role, where there will be many opportunities to develop both your technical knowledge and abilities. We’ll provide you with a cross-functional role in the ICA discipline You'll work towards gaining a recognised professional qualification as you learn and can look forward to a long-term career with one of the South West’s largest employers.
3. We want to find ambitious, hard-working individuals with a strong desire to succeed. You will be paid a competitive Apprentice salary starting at £17,782. You'll also be eligible for our internal bonus scheme, as well as any company-wide pay increases that are offered during this time.
How does our Apprenticeship programme work?
4. The programme is 4 years:
5. Year 1 – College (Level 2)
6. 4 x days at college
7. 1 x study day
What you’ll be doing:
8. Completing a Level 3 Utilities Engineering Technician Apprenticeship via our training partners - a structured programme of training conducted within the state-of-the-art Mechanical and Electrical Engineering departmental workshops
9. Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment by working to our approved codes of practice
10. Become proficient in the application and use of a wide range of machine tools
11. Develop fitting and assembly skills
12. Electrical maintenance and fault-finding investigations
13. Training in the use of mechanical & electrical software packages
14. Carrying out other tasks and duties as directed that contribute to the required levels of performance and competence
What’s in it for you:
15. The coaching and mentoring required to support you in fulfilling your role, working towards becoming an independent technician
16. A structured induction and training programme, fully supported by the business
17. Time for off-the-job training to attend college and/or support the apprentice programme
18. Regular reviews between you, the college and the business to ensure you are receiving the support and knowledge you need to fulfil your role
19. The opportunity to continue your training into Higher Apprenticeships
20. A discretionary bonus
21. Competitive contributory pension
22. Share-save scheme
23. Various health benefits
24. Well-being support programmes
25. A range of Group Discounts
26. Cycle to Work Scheme
27. Financial support services
28. Coaching, training, and development opportunities
29. And plenty more!
What we’d like from you:
30. Ideally, 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) – but for the right person, this isn’t essential
31. An ambitious mindset
32. A strong work ethic
33. The willingness to learn and develop
34. A keen interest in engineering and how things work
35. A full UK driving license - but if you do not have one, we can support you financially in achieving this
Applications for these roles will close on Monday 30th September 2024 .Please be aware we are expecting successful candidates to start with the business in as soon as possible. Please note the college provider for this Apprenticeship is Bridgewater and Taunton College and there is accommodation available onsite for up to 4 x nights a week.