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Electro-Mechanical Engineer Apprentice Powerline Electric Motors LTD

We will teach you the skills to repair electric motors, pumps and fans. This is a highly sought after, rare and well-paid skill. You will be treated as an equal, as part of a team, and be rewarded as such. Duties include ordering parts for repair, fitting new parts and monitoring parts delivery/received.

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

    £15000 1 st year, 10% increase per year Bonus scheme + minimum 10% increase per year of apprenticeship

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    06 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    18 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000123749

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

You will be trained to be an integral part of a highly skilled team of specialist engineers, once trained, your day-to-day schedule will entail:

  • Receive item from customer and gather information on potential
    fault/history
  • Assess item by stripping down to find/verify faults
  • Quote customer to repair item
  • Order parts for repair
  • Monitor parts delivery/received
  • Fit new parts and test
  • Handover to customer with description of work completed

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

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) - Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
  • Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
  • Qualification achieved:  Level 3 Engineering Technician - Mechatronics Maintenance
  • Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking end point assessment

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • To work towards becoming a fully qualified electro-mechanical engineer with a full-time and well rewarded position at the end of your apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential

Things to consider

This role entails physical work, a considerable amount of lifting and standing. You will be respected from day 1, we have a great culture and team ethic and are looking for you to add your unique personality to the mix. We are a small team of 4 specialists and will train you to the same high standard so we can grow the business. You will be rewarded with a bonus if the company reaches targets and you will be guaranteed a minimum 10% year on year pay increase whilst on the apprenticeship scheme.

About the employer

Powerline Electric Motors Banbury has been established for 35 years, we have a great reputation for high-quality electric motor repairs and rewinding of electric motor pumps, electric fans, and gearboxes.  We work with customers and industries in Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas; such as FMCG, Formula 1, Farming, Healthcare, Construction, Chemical, and Utilities.

Employer

Powerline Electric Motors LTD

Address

UNIT 4

DARLER COURT

THORPE WAY

OX16 4TH

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Training

Training provider

WARWICKSHIRE COLLEGE

Contact

Richard Thompson

01295 263161

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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