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Apprentice Air Conditioning Engineer (35507) DAIKIN AIRCONDITIONING UK LIMITED

Daikin is at the very forefront of energy efficiency and innovation - which makes it a great place to learn. This three-year programme includes both college-based training and on-the-job experience.

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

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Closing date: 09 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,248.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    09 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    09 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000105702

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Long Vacancy Description:

During your apprenticeship you will gain exposure to many areas of the business including:

• All aspects of the after-sales division (workshop, warranty, spare parts, site work and help desk activities)
• You may also spend some time within the Sales environment (pre-sales technical and engineering)

This will allow you to develop:
• Trade related technical skills
• Manufacturer specific product knowledge
• Customer services skills and allow you to decide where you would like to specialise

Everyone has the opportunity to grow and develop within Daikin, both locally and internationally. We place great importance on your development to ensure we have the right skills to deliver our business objectives and to plan management succession, which is why your development is on-going.

Apprentices who successfully complete the foundation apprenticeship programme will be ideally placed to take advantage of our ongoing career development programme; allowing you to specialise in a particular technical area within our business.

How you will be supported

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:

• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

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

Full apprenticeship training provided, working towards an Advanced Level Apprenticeship gaining a Level 3 qualification in refrigeration air conditioning and heat pump engineering.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Flexible, Outgoing, Confident, Highly driven, Self-starter

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*-C/9-4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent ICT (Grade A*-C/9-4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade A*-C/9-4) Desired

About the employer

Well known in the air-conditioning industry, Daikin are also an emerging player in renewable energy technology with our range of products including air source heat pumps and solar thermal systems. At Daikin UK we recognise that the only way to build on our success and deliver excellence to our customers is through talented people – they’re one of our most important investments. As a business we are committed to developing our people and ensuring that we optimise their potential as well as their performance. For those that demonstrate high levels of commitment, customer orientation and high performance on a continual basis we offer support, and on-going development to enable you to manage your career.

Employer

DAIKIN AIRCONDITIONING UK LIMITED

Address

The Heights Brooklands

Weybridge

KT13 0NY

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Training

Training provider

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Refrigeration air conditioning and heat pump engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 09 Dec 2022