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Engineering Fitter Apprentice SANDFORD ELECT. SVCES LTD

We are looking for an Electrical Panel Wire Apprentice to join the company. You will be working in company with our expert technicians and guided by them as well as doing a class and practical training in the college once a week. Successful completion of apprenticeship, will lead to becoming a Prototype Panel Wireman.

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Closing date: 03 May 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    salary can be negotiated depending on age

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    10 May 2023

  • Date posted

    04 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000104019

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Technicians are required to check their work against quality standards and make adjustments as required based on their knowledge, the tasks are not an exhaustive list of duties as below:

  • Check area and equipment 
  • To mechanically fit panels
  • Carry out a general check of cable sizes etc.
  • Locate the equipment necessary to carry out the job
  • Lay out the switchgear equipment on to the back plate
  • Operate and programme semi-automatic wiring machines
  • Site modifications and panel testing

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

  • Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship Level 3, at the end of training you will becoming Electrical/Electronic Engineering
  • Functional Skills maths and English if required
  • One day a week class and practical training based in Langley Campus, Langley

In this apprenticeship you will work toward one of the following qualifications:

  • Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) – Awarding organization EAL; GLH 750, this qualification ensures full knowledge to complete the fitting role
  • Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) – Awarding organization Pearsons; GLH 720 – this qualification ensures full knowledge to complete the fitting role
  • Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) – Awarding organisation City and Guilds; 720 GLH, this qualification ensures full knowledge to complete the fitting role

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Successful completion of the college course and successful work experience will lead to becoming a Prototype Panel Wireman.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, willingness to learn

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Math, English and Science (Grade C/4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

They may be based in a workshop or client’s premises - this may include hazardous environments e.g., confined spaces.

About the employer

We produce complex bespoke high value, low volume components and low voltage assemblies in full or part, using control equipment or systems, to the required specification. These systems/panels are then used for the control of motors utilised in industrial applications for example, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, production lines or systems requiring complex sequencing.

Employer

SANDFORD ELECT. SVCES LTD

Address

UNIT 2

KELPATRICK ROAD

SLOUGH

SL1 6BW

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Training

Training provider

THE WINDSOR FOREST COLLEGES GROUP

Contact

Emma Raymond

emma.raymond@windsor-forest.ac.uk

01753 443857

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering fitter

Level 3 (A level)

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