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Level 6 Chemical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Programme - Port Sunlight, Wirral UNILEVER U.K. CENTRAL RESOURCES LIMITED

Would you like to work with and learn from the biggest brands in the world, bringing your purpose to life with your work? We care as much about the sustainability of our business as we do about the success of our brands and our people. Together, we can feel good about the work we do every day.

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

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Closing date: 28 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £17,000.00

  • Working week

    Typical day is 9am to 5pm.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    5 Years

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    26 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 6 (Degree with honours)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000101449

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Unilever is a great place to begin your career, our Research and Development teams are recognised and respected as some of the world’s best. They bring ideas to life that make our brands bigger, bolder and more exciting. The Unilever Research and Development degree apprenticeship scheme in Port Sunlight is your opportunity to join an exciting and challenging area within Unilever.

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

As an apprentice, you’ll receive on-the-job training and experience in an administrative position along with formal training to gain the knowledge and skills you’ll need to support our business operations. they will study part time at the University of Chester towards a BEng degree in chemical engineering (https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/laboratory-scientist-degree-v1-0). Apprentices will work closely with process development engineers, R&D scientists and pilot plant technicians to plan and execute pilot plant manufacturing trials to prescribed specification, hygiene and safety standards and will complete aspects of each of these roles in rotation.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Good chances of progression to temporary/permanent employment.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent including English language and Maths (Grade 5 or above) Essential
A Level or equivalent 3 subjects including Math and another STEM subject (Grade B or above) Essential

Things to consider

Please note: we open for applications once a year and work on a rolling basis, which means that as soon as we reach the required number of applications, we will close the process for that role/business area. Therefore, we advise applying as early as possible once applications go live to avoid disappointment.

About the employer

Our apprenticeship programmes allow people from all backgrounds to find their purpose and rise to their full potential, whilst learning invaluable skills and earning a wage. ​​​​​​​​​​​ All our programmes offer you on the job experience and formal training to give you the knowledge and skills to fire-up your career and give you the opportunity to work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

Employer

UNILEVER U.K. CENTRAL RESOURCES LIMITED

Address

Research Laboratory

Quarry Road East

Bebington

CH63 3JW

Contact

Positions Available Across 1 Location: Port Sunlight

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Training

Training provider

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

Apprenticeship standard

Laboratory scientist (degree)

Level 6 (Degree with honours)

Employer's Application Instructions

Apply online through our website!

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

Apply now

Closing date: 28 Dec 2022