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Engineering Apprentice (Level 3) WKW PRECISION ENG CO LTD

We would cycle the Apprentice(s) in every Depth. Teaching them the basics. With continuous assessment and reviews. We would discover where their natural talent lies and help them flourish in that area.

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Closing date: 31 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,868.00

    £5.50 an hour

  • Working week

    Monday – Friday Shifts are to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 38.0

  • Expected duration

    45 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    06 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000083502

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The apprentice will be shadowing their assigned Engineer for the Depth they're allocated in. He / She is there to learn the basics from the assigned Engineer gaining practical knowledge in a safe managed environment.

Main Roles and Responsibilities will include: 

  • CNC Turning
  • CNC Milling
  • Gear Cuttings
  • Grinding
  • Inspection
  • Shipping dept

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

The succesfull candidate will be working towards the Engineering Technician Level 3 Standard. The apprentice will attend College 1 day per week. 

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
After a further period of skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Technical Support
Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

To build and grow within the company, gaining valued experience enabling them to get to the top of their game, climbing the ladder at WKW.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Team working, Hands on work, willingness to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4-9 or A*-C) Desired

About the employer

WKW Precision Engineering believes itself to be one of Yorkshire’s top sub-contract manufacturers of high tolerance precision engineered products. A one-stop shop for precision turning, milling, gear cutting and tool and cutter grinding, WKW provides both subcontract work and a bespoke service to meet individual customers material specifications.

Employer

WKW PRECISION ENG CO LTD

Address

SHAW ROYD WORKS

SHAW LANE

HALIFAX

HX3 9HD

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Training

Training provider

CALDERDALE COLLEGE

Contact

Sam Butterworth

sam.butterworth@calderdale.ac.uk

07812776192

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please apply through the link, where you can upload your CV, so we can contact you with next steps.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Oct 2022