Plumbing and domestic heating technician Apprentice Dodd Group

Mechanical Heating, Plumbing and Gas Apprentice based in the Dodd Group Exeter office working on site throughout Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. Dodd Group is a family business employing almost 1000 persons nationally and, as such, is a top 10 provider of MEP services to the commercial, schools and local authority sectors. The role includes undertaking all heating, plumbing and gas works within the individual’s capability. To ensure that all equipment and services are in a safe condition, to be responsible for and taking care of company-supplied equipment.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,206.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm/16.30

    Total hours per week: 40.00

  • Expected duration

    48 Months

  • Possible start date

    31 Jul 2023

  • Date posted

    04 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000160952

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The main roles and responsibilities of the Apprentice will include:

  • Assisting with and progress of the installation
  • Testing
  • Commissioning
  • Maintenance
  • Repairs and operation of heating
  • Plumbing and gas installations and all other associated elements in an efficient, safe, manner and in accordance with the company Health and Safety policy, safe Systems of Work and current regulations
  • Working with site supervisor and line managers to ensure planning, procurement, progress, handover, performance, day to day supervision and safe delivery of all tasks assigned
    are completed successfully
  • Working as part of a team on projects in various environments, including construction, Retail, Leisure, Education, end user etc.

Main activities may include:

  • Undertake all heating, plumbing and gas works within the individual’s capability
  • To ensure that all equipment and services are in a safe condition
  • To be responsible for and taking care of company-supplied equipment

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

  • Plumbing and domestic heating technician Level 3 Apprenticeship

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • On successful completion of the apprenticeship, progression is available to technician and supervisory levels to an office position should this be the applicants' choice to progress in this manner

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Dodd Group was formed in 1947 in Shropshire and has remained a privately owned family business ever since. With an unrivalled reputation within building services, we offer a comprehensive electrical and mechanical design, installation and maintenance service across many sectors.

Employer

Dodd Group

Address

Old Broadclyst Station

Exeter

Devon

EX5 3LY

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Training

Training provider

EXETER COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Plumbing and domestic heating technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Jun 2023