Craft Apprentice - Machine Shop IMI Thompson Valves
IMI Thompson Valves, a leading Engineering company based in Poole, is recruiting Level 3 Craft Apprentices to work in Machining. Apprentices will be mentored throughout their four-year apprenticeship and will work alongside skilled operators, setters and engineers to develop key skills and achieve recognised qualifications.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,832.60
Salaries are reviewed annually each September. 25 days holiday pa, Matched pension contributions to 7%, 5 x Death in Service, Share Save Scheme, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Onsite Massage and Work Wear.
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Working week
For the first two years, the hours will be: Mon - Thur 8.00am-4.30pm; Fri 8.00am-1.00pm During years three and four, Apprentices will move to our double day shift – working a rotation of two weeks on earlies & two weeks on lates. No night shift working.
Total hours per week: 37.0
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Expected duration
42 Months
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Possible start date
04 Sep 2023
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Date posted
08 Feb 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000130913
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Apprentices will:
- Carry out a broad range of machining techniques on lathes, mills and drills
- Deburr, engrave and clean manufactured components
- Weld
- Complete all necessary quality documentation associated with the work being conducted
- Attend the technical college and complete assignments in a timely manner and to an appropriate standard
- Learn and understand metal cutting technology and processes for the training elements under review
- Complete office based activities supporting design, procurement, production engineering and inventory control
- Work in a safe, tidy manner in line with Company policy
- Work in accordance with health and safety requirements
- Perform other such duties commensurate with the nature and level of the post as may be reasonably required
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Apprentices will undertake a Machining Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard programme. This will include a full-time period of practical workshop based ‘off-the-job’ training at SETA’s Apprenticeship Centre in Southampton.They will also begin a technical certificate (depending on their prior attainments) where they will be required to attend SETA one day a week over two academic years. After their initial training at SETA, they will be on site working on developing their skills for their End Point Assessment.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
On completion of their Apprenticeship, candidates can expect to be ready to move into a role as Setter Operator and continue their career progression towards Programmer Setter Operator and Production Engineer.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4-5 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4-5 or above) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
IMI Thompson Valves
Address
17 Balena Close
Poole
BH17 7EF
Contact
Training
Training provider
SOUTHAMPTON ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED (THE)
Apprenticeship standard
Machining technician
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
Candidates will be invited to an interactive group assessment centre where they will find out more about IMI Thompson Valves and have a tour of the site.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 Jun 2023