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Apprentice Fitter MATTHEWS ENGINEERING (STOKE) LTD

The successful candidate will gain valuable experience as they go through their apprenticeship and become a fitter at a company of good standing who encourage personal progression.

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Closing date: 31 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday with daily hours to be discussed during interview with the company

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    11 Apr 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000037274

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The successful candidate will be involved with, but not limited to, the following:

  • bench fitting work
  • building mechanical sub-assemblies
  • setting up and aligning tooling in order to achieve specified tolerances / capability
  • functional testing and fault finding
  • using conventional machine tools (lathes, milling machines, grinders etc.) and hand tools as appropriate
  • identifying and communicating opportunities to enhance quality and reduce cost
  • working with and supporting other departments to ensure business objectives are achieved
  • ensuring statutory and company procedures and practices are maintained
  • promoting a safe working environment
  • other duties as required

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship standard which includes:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (skills)
  • Certificate or Diploma in engineering operations (knowledge)
  • Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

Learning will take place in the workplace with the need to attend training with NSEGTA when required.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Progression to be discussed on completion of the apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Positive attitude, Punctual and reliable

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Desired

About the employer

Matthews Engineering machining facility has supplied UK customers with a wide range of high quality milled and turned parts to individual designs. Specialising in small to medium sized parts in aluminium, steel, plastic, stainless steel, bronze, brass & cast iron, Surface Finishing including Anodising, Zinc Plating, Powder Coating, Chemical Black & Electroless Nickel, Matthews have built an enviable reputation for delivering quality parts and assemblies on time and to a high specification.

Employer

MATTHEWS ENGINEERING (STOKE) LTD

Address

UNIT D

GREAT FENTON BUSINESS PARK

GROVE ROAD

ST4 4LZ

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Training

Training provider

NORTH STAFFORDSHIRE ENGINEERING GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Contact

Sara James

sara@nsegta.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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