Lift Engineering Apprenticeship G F LIFT HYDRAULICS LTD

The suitable applicant will learn and apply all aspects of the repair and modernisation of hydraulic lifts. Once qualified you will become a specialist within the industry.

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Closing date: 23 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm (excluding travel). Work at the weekends and overtime will be available.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000157413

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Carry out modernisation and repairs o hydraulic lifts 
  • Removal of old equipment 
  • Installation of new equipment 
  • Diagnosis and repair on various types of equipment 
  • Fault finding and understanding hydraulic systems 

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

  • NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance - Lift Repair
  • Introduction to Lift Technology LEIA Distance Learning unit
  • Fundamentals of Lift Technology, Electrical Principles and Mechanical Pronciples University of Northampton Distance Learning Units
  • Basic Electrical Course
  • Basic Hydraulics Course

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once the apprenticeship is complete, there will be a chance of progressing from small repairs to modernisation to technicain to testing.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Physics (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential
BTEC or equivalent Engineering (Grade Pass) Essential

Things to consider

The vacancy may involve working outdoors and at height.

About the employer

GF Lift Hydraulics Ltd specialise in repair and modernisation, and provide unrivalled, specialist knowledge and expertise to lift service companies and manufacturers across the UK. Established in 1985, GF Hydraulics is a market leader providing an efficient, friendly and responsive service to the lift industry. An established Limited company with major investments in parts, training and equipment, we offer a wider range of services and skills in repair and modernisation.

Employer

G F LIFT HYDRAULICS LTD

Address

7 GRIFFIN INDUSTRIAL MALL

GRIFFIN LANE

AYLESBURY

HP19 8BP

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Training

Training provider

L.I.T.S. LIMITED

Contact

Jayne Herring

Jayne.herring@lits.org.uk

01689897620

Apprenticeship standard

Lift and escalator electromechanic

Level 3 (A level)

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