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Service Engineering Apprentice Finning UK & Ireland

Engineering Apprentices required to help us build a sustainable future. Join our team as an apprentice and we will help you to build your future. We are looking for diverse Service Engineer Apprentices. No experience is required, just a willingness to learn and have an interest in engineering/heavy plant. Apply now and start your exciting journey.

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

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Closing date: 25 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,588.00

    You will be paid £13,588 in the first year, £16,994 in the second year, £20,528 in the third year and £24,400 in the fourth year. Please note if you are 21+ you will be paid the national minimum wage.

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    4 Years

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    19 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000117327

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

During the first two years of the apprenticeship you will develop skills in maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. The final two years will allow you to develop advanced diagnostic skills and repair techniques to include but not limited to:

  • Undertake, overhaul, repair or refurbishment work on the machines
  • Carry out standard diagnostic tests on machine components
  • Carry out planned maintenance and general repairs
  • Complete commercial assessments and field inspections
  • Check and record all parts and materials required for machine preparation work

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

  • We offer a 4 year Apprenticeship as a Land Based Service Engineer Technician where you will be supported to work alongside our Engineers to carry out planned and unplanned maintenance, inspections, diagnostics and rebuilds of heavy plant equipment
  • The successful candidate(s) will carry out a broad range of duties relating to the proper maintenance of equipment and be trained by Finning's in-house specialised Apprenticeship Training Team

You can find more information on the Land Based Service Engineer Technician apprenticeship by visiting this webpage:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/land-based-service-engineering-technician/

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • You will train to become a Finning service engineer. Our engineers are skilled practical personnel who repair and maintain Caterpillar® equipment. Our qualified service engineers can be workshop or site based

You can find out more about our apprenticeship scheme and about what our current apprentices say by visiting this page:-

https://www.finning.com/en_GB/company/careers/our-people/apprenticeship.html

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English, Maths & Science (Grade 4 minimum) Essential

Things to consider

The standard will meet the professional standards of the Engineering Council for registration as Engineering Technician (Eng Tech) by an appropriate Professional Engineering Institution.

About the employer

Finning is the UK and Ireland distributor for the world-renowned Caterpillar products with over 80 years of industry leading achievement. We believe that our people are the heart and soul of our company and fundamental to our success. Apart from the satisfaction of working with a brand leader we offer an attractive all round package including 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare, share scheme and various flexible benefits.

Employer

Finning UK & Ireland

Address

Cobbswood Industrial Estate, Brunswick Road

Ashford

TN23 1EN

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Training

Training provider

FINNING (UK) LTD.

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please apply via the link provided. This will take you to Finning's careers page where you can apply for this Apprenticeship.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 25 Feb 2023