Vacancy: Mechanical Maintenance Apprentice Technician Location: Clitheroe Job Family: Maintenance As one of the Mechanical Maintenance Apprentice Technician's, you will join the existing Maintenance team consisting of Mechanical and Electrical Technician's based on the Clitheroe site. The Maintenance teams' purpose is to support the several catalyst technologies plants, ensuring a high level of plant availability through reactive repairs, and carrying out the preventative maintenance program. The 32-acre site is an ex-ICI location, that has a diverse range of equipment, and provides a wide variety of work. The site benefits from large capital investment of circa £15-20M per annum. Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals, and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story. Principal accountabilities To work safely always and participate in delivering site targets including EHS, Quality and OEE, so that best practice and standards are always in place. Work alongside experienced technicians to carry out all site maintenance activities, using for example (fault finding techniques and diagnostics, structured involvement in breakdown repairs, participate in routine maintenance and scheduled structured shutdowns. (Within the limits of competence and with relevant training) Work alongside the multi discipline maintenance section to ensure that all production equipment operates reliably. Update all maintenance activities into the CMMS system. Work with mentors and the Maintenance Leadership team to develop skills and knowledge on all equipment across site. Complete a logbook as a record of tasks carried out as a demonstration of the knowledge and experience that has been gained during the apprenticeship. This logbook will form part of the demonstration of competency on completion of the apprenticeship. Details of the Apprenticeship : By the end of year 4 you will have completed a qualification in Mechanical maintenance NVQ Level 3. Qualifications to apply or predicted grades English, Maths and Science grade 5/6 and above Year 1 will be full time off the job training learning basic skills and awareness at a training centre Years 2-4 will be based 4 days per week on site at Clitheroe - and 1 further day a week at college working towards HNC in Mechanical Maintenance. On Completion of the apprenticeship you will have a high level of general health and safety awareness appropriate to working in a chemical environment. You will gain a wide experience working on process plants and equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, screws and powder transfer conveyors. You will learn how to use our on site computerised maintenance management system, SAP PM. How you will be rewarded: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including sociable working hours (07:30AM-15:35PM), excellent pension contributions, 33 days leave including bank holidays, share scheme, overtime, and time off in lieu. At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM. Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact. LI-TR1