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Fitter Apprenticeship 109/2352 TARMAC TRADING LIMITED

A typical day working as a Workshop Fitter apprentice will mean you actively participating in the repair and maintenance of vehicles that are brought into the Workshop and ensuring they are working the standard required for use in the operational team.

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

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Closing date: 19 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,400.00

    Salary included above is for the first 12 months whilst in programme. After month 12 this programmes salary increases to £14,740. You will be eligible for a company wide bonus based on how we are performing as a business, and other flexible benefits.

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, fully flexible, 7.5 hours per day.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    31 Aug 2023

  • Date posted

    10 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000121404

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • General maintenance.​
  • Managing breakdowns on site and finding faults.
  • Adding new systems on site for better productivity. ​
  • Running mechanical tests​.
  • Health and safety checks which include risk assessments and fire alarm tests​.
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment and ensuring safety comes before anything else.

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

Level 3 qualification in Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician.

The training will be a block release.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

After successful completion of apprenticeship, you will be given the opportunity to move into a full time position as a Fitter. 

Future progression opportunities in Tarmac are widely available with experience and include roles such as: Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade C or above (Level 4 or above)) Desired

Things to consider

Working in Operations will involve working both inside and outside. It won’t always be glamorous! However, your safety and health is our number one priority and full protective clothing and equipment is provided. Your colleagues are there to help and look out for each other, and safety is everyone’s responsibility.​

About the employer

With 150 years of experience and heritage to our name, we’re a national network of local businesses, combining the knowledge and expertise of two of the construction industry’s most iconic brands: Tarmac, pioneers and inventors of the modern road, and Blue Circle, the company that patented Portland Cement. We employ around 7,000 people across a network of more than 400 sites across the UK. Tarmac is part of CRH, the world's leading building materials business.

Employer

TARMAC TRADING LIMITED

Address

200 Heartlands

Washwood Heath

Birmingham

B7 5PJ

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Training

Training provider

TARMAC TRADING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Maintenance and operations engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

1. Register, complete and submit your application form. We'd recommend you complete some research about us, and development opportunity available. 2. Your application will be reviewed within 5 working days. We'll advise if we can progress you through to our next stage. 3. Suitability Screening - Video Call with a member of the team about your motivations to join 4. Following shortlisting, you'll attend a final interview day on site

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

Apply now

Closing date: 19 Mar 2023