Summary
The ideal apprentice should be logical, capable of solving problems efficiently, and have a practical approach to learning and work. A curious mindset, coupled with respect and a strong work ethic, is essential to succeed and grow in this dynamic learning environment.
Wage
£17,400 a year
Training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
37.5 hours per week
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Tuesday 26 August
Duration
3 years
Positions available
3
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
The successful candidate will be trained to a high level in all aspects of operating an energy from waste plant, safely, responsibly and profitably including:-
· The receiving and consigning waste and by products,
· Driving and operating heavy mobile plant and cranes,
· Operation of process plant, including the incinerator, compressors, turbines, generators, boilers, conveyors, shredders, fans, valves, turbines and pollution control equipment,
· Carrying out operational inspections, checks, routine and in addition carrying out first line maintenance and inspections.
· Fault finding; learning to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment.
· Trained to work safely: write risk assessments and procedures in order to work safely.
· Be part of a motivated and successful team.
The apprentice who will be trained to be part of a successful team operating an Energy from Waste facility.
Where you’ll work
20/20 Business Park
Laverstoke Road
Allington
Maidstone
ME16 0LE
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
HUMBERSIDE ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Your training course
Maintenance and operations engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Studying to complete a Level 3 Maintenance and operations engineering technician apprenticeship standard, delivered by Humberside Engineering Training Association (HETA) Limited.
More training information
The apprenticeship will be split into two parts; progression onto the second part will be contingent on the successful completion of part one.
Stage 1 – Student Apprenticeship – 1 year; academic study
* Attend the Allington site for the purposes of induction, minimal mandatory training, site orientation etc.
* Full time attendance at HETA College (Hull)
* Fulfil all academic requirements of the course in order to achieve a minimum pass grade.
* Fulfil the minimum attendance requirements for the course.
* Maintain good standards of personal conduct.
Stage 2 – Intermediate Apprenticeship – 1 year; improving operational performance.
· The receiving and consigning waste and by products,
· Driving and operating heavy mobile plant and cranes,
· Operation of process machinery, including shredders, fans, computer-controlled systems,
· Carrying out operational inspections, checks and routine and in addition carrying out first line maintenance and inspections,
· Fault finding; learn to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment.
· Trained to work safely: Write risk assessments, and procedures in order to work safely.
Stage 3 – Intermediate Apprenticeship – 1 year; Operator / Maintainer
· Physical and DCS operation of process plant, including the incinerator, compressors, turbines, generators, boilers, conveyors, shredders, fans, valves, turbines, and pollution control equipment,
· Carrying out operational inspections, checks and routine and in addition carrying out first line maintenance and inspections,
· Fault finding; learn to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment.
· Trained to work safely: Write risk assessments, and procedures in order to work safely.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* Maths, English & Science (grade 5s or above)
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
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Administrative skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience
* Physical fitness