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Machine Engineering Apprentice SERVICE HYDRAULICS

An exciting opportunity to work for a Hydraulics Engineering company based just outside Canterbury. To learn the knowledge and skills needed to become an Engineering Machinist.

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Closing date: 14 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    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 between 8am - 5pm Monday - Friday inc some Saturday overtime.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    28 Dec 2022

  • Date posted

    25 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000100781

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Working in this busy hydraulics workshop, you will be required to operate CNC and manual machine including lathes and milling machines. You will be working as part of a small team and need to be mindful of health and safety at all times.

  • Assign responsibilities of refurbishing and repairing cylinders and rams under the guidelines of senior mechanic
  • Perform tasks of assisting staff in setting and assembling structures of hydraulic equipment
  • Handle responsibilities of disassembling hydraulic equipment to identify the part that needs repairing
  • Assist with maintaining service records and perform testing on repaired machinery
  • Assign tasks of operating hydraulic machinery and diagnosing malfunctioning equipment
  • Perform responsibilities of observing and evaluating hydraulic machinery

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

Engineering Operative Level 2 Standard.

Diploma in Engineering Operations qualification Level 2.

Functional Skills Maths and English Level 2 if required. 

One day a week workshop at EKC Group, Dover Technical college.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Could lead to a full-time position. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4/C/Level 2 Functional Skills) Desired

Things to consider

Due to the location, must be able to get there ok.

About the employer

Since 1981, Showan Hydraulics has been at the forefront of hydraulic cylinder technology – manufacturing and repairing precision hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic rams for contractors, demolition plant, agricultural, marine, refuse collection and general industrial applications. Showan has maintained its premier position through a continuous programme of investment in expertise and technology, and an innovative approach to problem solving. We have identified inherent weaknesses in old hydraulic cylinders and created new sealing configurations that increase reliability and time between failures, thus reducing down-time. Our palindromic hydraulic cylinder for vehicle transporters is a perfect example of our expertise and lateral thinking. Showan Hydraulics continues to focus on future innovations in hydraulic technologies and applying our unique, practical expertise to create optimum solutions for the world's leading organisations.

Employer

SERVICE HYDRAULICS

Address

DOVER ROAD

BARHAM

CANTERBURY

CT4 6HJ

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Training

Training provider

EKC GROUP

Contact

Blue Vinall

blue.vinall@eastkent.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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