Apprentice Technician (Multi Skilled)
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Modern
Engineering Apprenticeship
Salary
Year 1 £13,708 by year 4 £34,828
Location:
Galloway Hydro Power Station
Closing
date: 31st March 2025
At
Drax we believe in developing the skills of our employees and we recognise the
contribution that apprentices can make to a business, that is why we invest in
a 4-year modern apprenticeship program.
You’ll
spend the first-year training at our training provider, East Kilbride Group
Training Association in Glasgow, Monday to Friday.
We’ll provide the transport
or cost of transport to get you there and back each week and a nice place to
stay when you’re there so you can focus on your studies. Here you’ll start your
Modern Apprenticeship in Engineering. You’ll then spend the next 3 years
working at Glenlee Power Station learning from experienced Technicians, Shift
Operators and Engineers.. By the end of the 4 years, you’ll come out with an
SVQ level 3 in Engineering Maintenance and a NC in Engineering.
About the Role
There’s no such thing as a typical day as an Apprentice as it’ll vary depending
on what year you’re in, and what team you’re working with. But, to give you a
bit of an idea you can expect to provide maintenance on Drax mechanical,
electrical or control and instrumentation bits of our plant. Then next you might
be learning to read and interpret technical drawings to make sure you’re fixing
the right bit of kit.
Ultimately, you’ll be learning to be responsible and accountable for the plant,
and its equipment and systems. But that’s not all, you’ll also be learning to
solve problems safely, logically, quickly, and confidently. Further training
and development is a key part of your career journey at Drax as well, and this
comes in many forms such as on the job training, working at different sites, or
further qualifications.
You’ll be joining a large team of experienced production, operational and
engineering colleagues. So, you’ll get all the knowledge of our highly skilled
long serving colleagues, alongside all the advice, friendship, and support of
your Apprentice peers. There will also be opportunities for short secondments
to other power stations within the Drax group.
What
we’re looking for …
You’ll
need (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum National 5 grades C and above in
English, Maths, a Technical subject and a Science subject. (You’ll need to
prove these before you start so make sure you keep your certificates
handy).
As
well as getting the right grades, we’ll also be looking for candidates with
good communication skills who can work as part of a team.
About
Drax
We
are one of the largest energy generators in the UK, with our Hydro sites in
Scotland and main site in North Yorkshire covering 13 square miles. That means
there are a lot of complex and interesting structures to work on, not to
mention some of the new ones in the pipeline.
Together,
we make it happen.
At
Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued
and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively
work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and
establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for
all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter
their background. Find out more about our approach here.
What
happens next?
Once
you click “apply,” you’ll be taken through our application questions and adding
your CV is optional.
Remember,
we want to get to know you as an individual, so don’t forget to let us know
your motivations and aspirations as well as why Drax sparked your
interest.
For
any questions on the technical apprenticeship programme, you can contact
our early careers resourcing specialist – Amy Nickelson.