Mechanical Apprentice TATA STEEL UK LIMITED

Engineers and craft persons play a crucial role in the operation and maintenance of the Shapfell site. You will be trained to be flexible, knowledgeable and highly skilled to operate a variety of machines and equipment. Maintain, repair, install and replace a wide range of mechanical equipment, ensuring high performance and reliability.

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Closing date: 10 Jul 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,000.00

    Year 1 £13,000, Year 2 £14,250, Year 3 £16,710, Year 4 £19,201

  • Working week

    Working hours on site may vary but the general working day hours are Monday to Friday 07:30 – 16:00.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    30 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000126580

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Engineers and craft persons play a crucial role in the operation and maintenance of the entire plant at the Shapfell site and the role can vary widely. Our Mechanical Engineering Craft are trained to be flexible, knowledgeable and highly skilled to operate on the scale and variety of machines and equipment not normally experienced in local industries.

You will maintain, repair, install and replace a wide range of mechanical equipment, ensuring that high performance and reliability is maintained, and that the highest safety standards are met.

The role covers a wide range of disciplines and equipment including

o   Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems

o   Conveyors & materials handling equipment

o   Pumping, Washing and screening systems

o   Automated plant and equipment

o   Drives, Gearboxes, couplings and spindles.

o   General mechanical infrastructure and buildings

o   Locomotives & mobile plant

o   Pressure systems, piped services and lifting equipment

o   Gas fired Kilns and associated combustion control equipment

o  Rail and road tanker loading equipment

 

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

You will be expected to work towards the Engineering Fitter Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, including Pearson Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering with support from your employer and Kendal College. As part of your apprenticeship, and dependent on your prior attainment, you may be required to complete maths and English Functional Skills which is an integral part of your apprenticeship. 

The successful candidate will be joining an established 4 year apprenticeship training program using nationally recognized qualifications, leading to an “Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship” and full Mechanical Craft qualifications or further.

The four year period will generally consist of:
On-site training with College Day Release.
Apprentices are encouraged to enhance their studies in due course by completing an HNC in Mechanical Engineering. There is potential to progress through foundation degrees and Mechanical Engineering degrees for the right individuals.

Experience will include aspects of:

Maintenance Engineering & Planning
Environmental & Energy Awareness
H&S Working (IOSH minimum)
Continuous Improvement techniques

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On Completion of Apprenticeship full time employment as a Mechanical multiskilled Craftsperson would be the normal appointment,  Apprentices are encouraged however to enhance their studies in due course by completing an HNC in Mechanical Engineering, toward supervisory and senior mechanical positions. There is potential to progress further through foundation degrees and Mechanical Engineering degrees for the right individuals, To Tata Engineer positions, Chartered Engineer status, and a vast range of career opportunities.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Polite

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 5+) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 5+) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Science/STEM subject (Grade 5+) Desired
BTEC or equivalent Engineering (Grade Pass) Desired
NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Any Engineering (Grade Pass) Desired

About the employer

Tata Steel is one of the world’s top 10 steel producers. The combined group has an annual aggregate crude steel capacity of more than 33 million tonnes with approximately 80,000 employees across four continents. We’re part of the Tata Group, one of the largest, most diverse conglomerates in the world with businesses in the UK including Tata Steel, Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley Tea. But it’s not just our size that sets us apart. What makes us different is our approach to business. We believe our strength is how we build collaborative relationships that create new success for our customers. Sustainability is at the very heart of what we do and we are dedicated to managing our operations responsibly and to continuously improving our performance. Innovating for tomorrow, making a positive impact today. Tata Steel in the UK is committed to our ambition of reducing energy consumption and to becoming a carbon neutral steelmaker by 2045, to find out more about our journey click here https://youtu.be/qs-0RpEdP1M To learn more about who we are and what we can offer our future employees, please click on the link to watch the following video: https://bcove.video/3t8zLdG

Employer

TATA STEEL UK LIMITED

Address

Shapfell Limestone Quarries

Shap

Penrith

CA10 3QG

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Training

Training provider

KENDAL COLLEGE

Contact

Andrew Harrison

Andrew.harrison@tatasteeleurope.com

01931 717125

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering fitter

Level 3 (A level)


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