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Service Engineer Apprentice AUTOTECH ROBOTICS LTD

Autotech Robotics, experts in the field of robots and robotic manufacturing systems, are looking for a Level 3 Service Engineer Apprentice to join their team and start a long term career in this exciting and varied role.

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Closing date: 09 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,044.00

    16-17 = £5.31 p/h 18-20 = £6.83 p/h 21-22 = £9.50 p/h 23+ = £9.75 p/h

  • Working week

    Monday - Thursday 8.5 hours per day, Friday 6 hours per day.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    12 Dec 2022

  • Date posted

    17 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000098347

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Assist with the assembly and site installation of new projects
  • Fault finding for existing systems both remotely and on site
  • Perform on site maintenance for exisiting equipment 
  • Interpretation of mechanical layouts, electrical schematics and assembly requirements for electrical - mechanical automated systems and related process equipment
  • Wiring and panel build of discrete control systems 
  • Fault finding of electro-mechanical systems, PLC's, sensors, motors and other electro-mechanical parts
  • Maintenance of existing equipment to carried out on site 

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

You will undertake and achieve the Level 3 Engineering Technician Standard, delivered by City College Plymouth. You will attend City College Plymouth 1 day per week and have assessor visits at the workplace to show your competence and help you complete your End Point Assessment, which is the series of exams you will take to complete the apprenticeship. 

You will study the pathway of Mechatronics Maintenance Technician, please visit the below website, following pathway 10 for further information on this route:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/engineering-technician-v1-1

This apprenticeship has a duration of 42 months, plus time for the End Point Assessment, which can take a further 3 months. 

You will work towards a Level 2 and 3 Diploma, plus a Level 3 BTEC as part of this apprenticeship. 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The ideal candidate will successfully complete their apprenticeship and take on a permanent position afterwards. This position would include opportunities for continued career development. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Confident and articulate, Motivated self starter, Ability to self-manage tasks

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Essential
NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Product Design/Technology related subject (Grade pass) Desired

Things to consider

This role is workshop based but travel may be expected when required. The wage of this apprenticeship is based upon your age. See pay section for further information.

About the employer

Autotech Robotics have become experts in the field of robots and robotic manufacturing systems and now offer a wide range of cost-effective automated, turn-key manufacturing systems. Both new and reconditioned from our Plymouth base.

Employer

AUTOTECH ROBOTICS LTD

Address

DARKLAKE VIEW

ESTOVER

PLYMOUTH

PL6 7TL

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Training

Training provider

CITY COLLEGE PLYMOUTH

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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