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Apprentice Composites Technician RML Group

We made our name by building winning competition cars and are now leaders in vehicle design, build and development. Our social media will give you an idea of some of the exciting projects we are involved in and these are just the ones we can talk about. There are many top secret ones that we know are ours but no one else does!

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

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Closing date: 15 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80 to £19,760.00

    National Minimum Wage to start with a review every 6 months. At each 6 month point we will review your progress and you will receive a pay increase if you are achieving expectations.

    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 to Friday 0800 to 1700 hours with half an hour for lunch and 2 x 15 minute tea/coffee breaks

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    18 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000066338

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Our projects require many parts and components from various suppliers, including our own in-house teams.  Some of these components will have rough edges or slight imperfections through the manufacturing process.  Some will also come in sections which will require bonding together.  As we begin the build process, our Composites team make sure that everything is bonded, trimmed and assembled ready for the next production phase - usually paint.

You will learn and develop the skills required to fulfil the role of a Composites Technician, such as:

  • Reading engineering drawings, symbols and tolerances
  • Using hand tools
  • Measuring and marking out materials
  • Bonding and trimming assemblies and materials
  • Fettling moulds and patterns
  • Understanding the order in which work needs to be carried out
  • Understanding the design process and why certain materials are used for certain things

 

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

20% of your working time (1 day a week) will be spent studying Level 2 Engineering Operative at Corby Tresham (part of Bedford College)

There are no entry requirements for this course but if you don't have GCSE Standard Maths and English grades A (4) to C (9) then you must be prepared to study and achieve these as part of your apprenticeship.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their engineering career.  Our apprentices are very much part of our RML family and this certainly isn't an apprenticeship where you will be doing the same thing every day.  

The position will be offered initially on a fixed-term basis for the duration of the apprenticeship training (24 months).  At the end of the apprenticeship we will discuss any permanent positions we have available and the opportunity for further studies.  

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Logical, Creative, Patience, Inquisitive, Keen to learn, Tinkering/Fixing Things, Model/kit building

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C or 4 and above) Desired

About the employer

We were founded in 1984 and made our name by building winning competition cars, but we’ve grown far beyond the race track to become leaders in whole-vehicle design, build and development.  We are now a front running high performance engineering group. We push the boundaries with exceptional and cost-efficient solutions for automotive OEMs, defence and aerospace clients. Recent projects and investments put us at the forefront of EV design and build.

Employer

RML Group

Address

6-10 Whittle Close

Park Farm Industrial Estate

Wellingborough

NN8 6TY

Contact

Careers Team

careers@rmlgroup.com

01933402240

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Training

Training provider

BEDFORD COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply for the role, you will need an up to date CV and a covering letter. The National Careers Service can help you with these: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/cv-sections https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/covering-letter Ideally we are looking for "tinkerers" so make sure you include your hobbies, interests and any projects you have worked on in your application.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 15 Aug 2022