Trainee Designer Engineer Apprenticeship A & F SPRINKLERS LIMITED

You will be working with the Residential Team. A&F Sprinklers are looking for an outstanding candidate to fill their position of Trainee Design Engineer. You will have good customer service skills, be a team player and be willing to work towards a Level 2 Engineering Operative Standard.

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Closing date: 13 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,500.00

  • Working week

    Flexible working basis. Core hours: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

    Total hours per week: 36.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    14 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    16 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000133479

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Ensure AutoCAD designs meet the contract design brief. 
  • Identify/update & communicate design issues, i.e. drawing standards, non-conforming issues, etc. to the Operations Manager Project Manager. 
  • Develop further knowledge & understanding of LPC/BS EN 12845 Sprinkler rules NFPA and FM Global Datasheets along with associated hydraulic calculations such that the LPCB Basic Design Competence/Inspection Competence qualification can be obtained. ** 
  • Designs to be ‘checked’ on site (where appropriate) to verify pipe routes/avoid clashes etc. 
  • All design drawings must be reviewed and signed off by the relevant personnel prior to fabrication using our Design Checklist (DCL) with copies retained in the contract file. 
  • Check design quantities against tender quantities and raise any anomalies with Project Manager/line manager. 
  • Ensure all drawings are issued appropriately to all parties and that approval has been received, as necessary. All final Construction
  • Issue drawings are provided to fabricators, installers, etc. approvals@afsprinklers should be copied into drawings submitted for approval. 
  • Where relevant. Attend Contract Handover Meetings. 
  • As Fitted drawings are to be produced throughout the contract detailing any changes to pipe routes, pipe supports, etc. 
  • Report and work under the direction of their line manager. 
  • Building & maintain good customer relations, and repeat business is essential for the success and growth of the Business along with effective working relationships with HFP operatives and sub-contract installers. 
  • Effective/Correct Use of QMS 
  • To assist all other departments and teams when necessary and required 

Any other duties deemed necessary to the operational functions of the business which fall into the scope of the job holder's knowledge, experience, and /or skills.

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

  • Engineering Operative Standard Level 2
  • You will work with Rochdale Training on a release period which will be determined by your employer.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once qualified, progression is offered to the correct candidate.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

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

About the employer

A & F SPRINKLERS SPECIALISES IN THE DESIGN, SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. EVERY MEMBER OF OUR TEAM IS PASSIONATE ABOUT PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS AND YOUR EMPLOYEES FROM THE DEVASTATING CONSEQUENCES OF FIRE.

Employer

A & F SPRINKLERS LIMITED

Address

Unit 4

Gorrels Way

Trans-Pennine Trading Estate

OL11 2PX

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Training

Training provider

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Contact

Nathan Finn

nfinn@rochdaletraining.co.uk

01706 631417

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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