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JLR Stamping Group - Level 3 Multi-Skilled Maintenance Apprenticeship with Great Benefits JAGUAR - LAND ROVER LTD

There's no need to choose between education and practical skills – our Apprenticeship gives you both. You can broaden your mind with brand new concepts at college and put them into action here at Jaguar Land Rover. One day you'll be learning about the latest technologies in your field and the next you'll be applying your learning in your job.

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

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Closing date: 30 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,835.00

    You’ll also enjoy 26 days’ holiday, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, an excellent pension scheme and access to a wide range of deals and discounts. In addition, we are committed to your training and development.

  • Working week

    • Mon: 8am - 4.30pm • Tues: 8am - 4.30pm • Wed: 8am - 4.30pm • Thurs: 8am - 4.30pm • Fri: 8am - 12.30pm

    Total hours per week: 36.5

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    11 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    24 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000125773

  • Positions

    10 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

At the heart of the Press Shop, you’ll become a Mechatronics Maintenance Technician working on a range of facilities including state-of-the-art press lines and a high level of automation and robotics.

You’ll be responsible for maintaining:

- All press facilities, including servo presses,

- Hydraulic presses and cranes

- Conveyor systems to ensure our manufacturing operation runs smoothly.

 

To support our in-house machine wellness strategy, you will be involved in undertaking major deconstruction, refurbishment and repair activities to improve equipment availability and performance.

 

In addition, you’ll use your problem-solving skills to carry out proactive preventative and predictive maintenance whilst diagnosing and fixing faults on complex machinery and equipment. Along the way, you will gain valuable skills in robotic, PLC, electrical and mechanical systems, giving you a great foundation for career development within Jaguar Land Rover.

 

The Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship – Manufacturing is a four-year programme, delivered to Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education (IfATE) standards. This exciting programme will develop your practical skills and cultivate the knowledge you need for your role, including business behaviours such as team working and problem-solving. In particular, you will learn how to work safely and make a technical contribution to the development, quality assurance, manufacture, installation, commissioning, decommissioning, operation or repair and maintenance of our products or equipment.

 

Your pathway will depend upon the area of the business in which you will be based. You will be asked for your preference on business area ahead of attending an assessment with us. 

In your first year, your time will be spent studying at our education provider and working at a Jaguar Land Rover plant alongside members of our skilled teams. In the subsequent years you will be predominantly working in the plant, and you’ll continue your studies leading up to your End Point Assessment (EPA). Throughout your apprenticeship, you will have the constant guidance and support from both the business and the training provider.

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

Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with us and Make UK, which are fully paid for, including: 

·         Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) - Engineering Basic Skills training – off the job full time

·         Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) 

·         Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) – BTEC Diploma or City & Guilds

This 4 year apprenticeship will be made up of Year 1 at Make UK's state of the art training facility, Year 2 on day release to Make UK with 4 days per week at work, Years 3 and 4 will be full time at work

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Following this apprenticeship you will become a maintenance engineer.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade 4 / C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 / C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (or any other relevant subject) (Grade 4 / C) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Engineering or similar (Grade Pass) Desired

Things to consider

We value new and diverse talent, unconstrained and innovative thinking, and fresh insights and perspectives to support us in developing class-leading products. An interest in manufacturing is desirable, along with real excitement and passion to help Jaguar Land Rover deliver next-generation products and technology.

About the employer

Jaguar Land Rover is a multi-site business and you’ll be required to spend time working with different departments at several locations. Once you’ve successfully completed your apprenticeship, you can look forward to a long-term career with us. The role you take on will depend on your performance, personal preferences and business needs. We are the future of modern luxury We are the pioneers creating the next-generation of outstanding vehicles, founded on modern luxury. Each and every one of us are shaping the exceptional with soul. We are reimagining the driving of tomorrow and redefining what’s possible. We are the future of movement. We can’t wait to see what you can do with us.

Employer

JAGUAR - LAND ROVER LTD

Address

Castle Bromwich site

Chester Road

Castle Vale

B35 7RA

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Training

Training provider

EEF LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, please click on the link and apply through JLR’s link Please be aware that we close our programmes at any point and at short notice based on the volume of applications. To give yourself the best chance of being considered for a place on this programme please apply early.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Mar 2023