Apprentice Pump Engineer S I PUMPS LTD

The vacancy is for two apprentices to train as Apprentice Pump engineers. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to gain experience in pumping systems at the same time gaining recognised engineering qualification. Duties will include pumps and pump system installations, plus much more.

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

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Closing date: 21 Aug 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,124.00

    Annual Wage: 1st year £14,124.00pa 2nd year £16,016.00pa 3rd year £18,304.00pa 4th year £22,000.00pa Skilled and experienced Pump engineers after the apprenticeship can expect to earn in excess of £25,000

  • Working week

    5 days per week, 08:00-17:00 Monday to Friday excluding Bank holidays

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    10 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000142768

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Full training will be given.

The role involves:

  • Pump repairs and assessment in the workshop
  • Pump repairs on site
  • Pumps and pump system installations
  • Fault finding on pumping systems on site
  • Electrical work involving pump motors, inverters and control panels
  • Plumbing work involving pump installs and system fault finding
  • Turning and milling parts for the pump repairs in the workshop
  • Welding and use of machines and power tools for fabricating frames and refurbishments of existing equipment
  • Attend college 1 day a week

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

Qualifications included:

  • Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard. Company Training Plan & Assessment
  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Development Knowledge (1 day per week for 2 years at college)
    Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance (workplace)
  • Level 2 Functional Skills - maths (if required)
  • Level 2 Functional Skills - English (if required)
  • End Point Assessment at the end of the apprenticeship

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Full development into an engineer role
  • Encouragement to progress in the company

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Interest in Engineering, Time Management, Motivated

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent A Min of 5 GCSE's inc Science, English & Maths (Grade 5-9 / C-A) Essential

Things to consider

There may be some outside working in all weathers, but it is unlikely to be frequent. There are opportunities to do overtime by starting early, finishing late or working on weekends. As well as working on boosted potable water, heating and cooling, bore hole systems and pools, we also work on sewage systems. Successful candidates will need to be aware and willing to work on raw sewage pumps.

About the employer

Formed in 1986, the company has grown progressively through recommendation, our specialist knowledge of the pump market and the quality of the personal service we provide. As an authorised distributor for the majority of the major pump manufacturers, we offer a supply, installation, repair, refurbishment and maintenance support services. We also supply a wide range of accessories for all major brands of pump.

Employer

S I PUMPS LTD

Address

UNIT 5 CURTIS YARD

NORTH HINKSEY LANE

BOTLEY

OX2 0LX

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Training

Training provider

ENGINEERING TRUST TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Sally Parr

s.parr@theengineeringtrust.org

07879128768

Apprenticeship standard

Maintenance and operations engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply please fill out an application form using the link or copy and paste link.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 21 Aug 2023