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Apprentice Engineering Technician KERRY FOODS LIMITED

We are looking for an Apprentice Engineer Technician to join our team in Ossett. You will undertake a Level 3 apprenticeship on a dual bias programme.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Upon successful completion of year 1; salary increases will apply. The end goal and salary of circa is £40,000

    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

    40 hours per week. Please note during year 1 of the apprenticeship you will be at college during term time.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    18 Jul 2022

  • Date posted

    29 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000050086

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As an Apprentice Engineering Technician you will join our Engineering Team. This position offers a great deal of variety:

  • Electrical Wiring, varying from lighting to high speed manufacturing equipment
  • Mechanical Assembly of pumps motors and valves
  • Electrical Control Testing and fault finding
  • Onsite Installation, Commissioning and Machine Modifications
  • Routine Maintenance on modern food manufacturing equipment
  • PLC Programming

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

On this programme you will study towards one of the available pathways. Depending on your job role, you will study a variety of units in Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations (or equivalent), BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and NVQ Level 3 Diploma.

Candidates will attend college upto fulltime during year one of the apprenticship programme, and attend work during college holidays.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Upon successful completion there may be the opportunity to progress onto higher level qualifications.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent X4 in Maths English and a Science (Grade C/4 or above) Essential

Things to consider

Please ensure you can travel to this employer location and Castleford Campus. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Candidates will be asked to take part in Maths & English assessment as part of the recruitment process and will have to undertake a telephone interview.

About the employer

Since our modest beginnings in 1972, in a greenfield site in Listowel, Co. Kerry, Ireland we have grown from strength to strength to become a leading player in the global food and beverage industry. This journey has been one of dynamic growth and strategic acquisition, guided by our in-depth understanding of international market dynamics, insights into consumer trends, shifting taste preferences and evolving nutritional requirements.

Employer

KERRY FOODS LIMITED

Address

HEALEY COMPLEX

HEALEY ROAD

OSSETT

WF5 8NE

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Training

Training provider

WAKEFIELD COLLEGE

Contact

apprenticeships@wakefield.ac.uk

01924 789469

Apprenticeship standard

Maintenance and operations engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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