Apprentice Plant Operator J. MURPHY & SONS LIMITED

J Murphy & Sons are looking to recruit an apprentice Construction Plant Operative to work with one of our experienced site based operational teams. This apprenticeship involves the learning on four common types of construction plant and includes a 360-degree excavator, dumper/dump truck, forklift and ride-on roller.

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

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Closing date: 02 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £17,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, working pattern to be discussed at interview 39 hours per week

    Total hours per week: 39.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    11 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    09 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000112290

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

In this role, you will be working outdoors in all-weather conditions. The successful candidate must be prepared to travel to and from the site either on a daily or weekly basis.

The primary role of a Plant Operator is to check, prepare and operate a number of construction plant machines. This apprenticeship involves the learning on four common types of construction plant and includes a 360-degree excavator, dumper/dump truck, forklift and ride-on roller.

The ability to operate a core range of plant onsite will enable apprentices to work across a number of construction projects across the business.

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

Qualifications & training you will gain:  

  • Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS)
  • Technical training such as manual handling, Emergency First Aid, Plant & Vehicle Marshal, and other core courses around health & safety
  • Construction Plant Operative Level 2, Standard

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

By the end of the programme, you will have gained valuable on-the-job experience, new skills, and an industry recognised qualification, that will offer you the opportunity to build a rewarding and successful career. 

Full time employment on completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*- C (or 9 – 4)) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*- C (or 9 – 4)) Desired

Things to consider

Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment. To apply candidates will need to be aged 18 on or before 31 August 2023, to legally operate plant equipment. Due to the nature of our work, we require you to have or be working towards achieving a full UK driving licence.

About the employer

J. Murphy & Sons Limited is a leading global, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves lives by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, we provide better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including Transportation, Water, Power, Natural Resources, and Construction & Property.

Employer

J. MURPHY & SONS LIMITED

Address

Boundary Way,

Hemel Hempstead

HP2 7SS

Contact

Rosie Wilkinson

rosiewilkinson@murphygroup.co.uk

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Training

Training provider

CITB

Apprenticeship standard

Construction plant operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 02 Jun 2023