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Apprentice Service Engineer VP PLC - Brandon Hire Station

Brandon Hire Station, part of the Vp Plc group of companies are looking to recruit Apprentice Service Engineers at a number of depot locations around the UK. These vacancies offer fantastic career progression for the right candidates.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 15 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,146.00

    You will receive a competitive annual salary of £13,146 which will rise to upwards of £21,000 when you are qualified. Along with on-the-job training and development at college leading to a nationally recognised qualification.

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday (Shifts to be confirmed)

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    25 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000048351

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Under guidance, carry out maintenance, service, repairs and modifications to Company assets as directed.
  • Under guidance, assist in keeping the branch/depot backlog of un-serviced equipment.
  • Assist with ensuring that spares are requested in order to facilitate the speedy repair of equipment.
  • Ensuring that equipment is presented in line with Company procedures and specified quality standards.
  • Recording repair data by completing all paperwork required, or updating computer managed records

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

Training will be provided in the workplace through Myerscough College where you will work towards a Level 2 Landbased Service Engineer Standard Apprenticeship.

College attendance will be on a block release basis.

End point Assessment:

The end point assessment will contain 3 components:

Online Knowledge Test
Practical Tasks
Professional Interview

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

When you have completed your apprenticeship and have gained experience as a Fitter, there are various career opportunities available to you.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Team working, Any relevant work experience, Trustworthy and reliable, Flexible, Excellent Attendance, Time keeping skills, Positive attitude, Willingness to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 2 other subjects (Grade 3-9/D-A) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 3-9/D-A) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 3-9/D-A) Essential

Things to consider

The Brandon Hire Station branch is located at: 140, 154 Wheeler St, Maidstone ME14 2UL Please ensure you have adequate and sustainable transport to travel to the branch.

About the employer

Brandon Hire Station, part of the Vp Plc group of companies are looking to recruit Apprentice Service Engineers at a number of depot locations around the UK. These vacancies offer fantastic career progression for the right candidates.

Employer

VP PLC - Brandon Hire Station

Address

140, 154 Wheeler Street

Maidstone

ME14 2UL

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Training

Training provider

MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE

Contact

Employer Services

employerenquiries@myerscough.ac.uk

01995642255

Apprenticeship standard

Land-based service engineer

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 15 Aug 2022