Apprentice Engineering Technician in Mechatronic Maintenance COOKS BLINDS & SHUTTERS LTD
As the successful apprentice, you will work in a supported learning environment to develop the skills and knowledge that will assist over the 3/4- year apprenticeship and secure employment, progressing your career in the future. You will be required to work alongside the Mechanical and Electrical engineering team within a positive environment.
Closing date: 03 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday- Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 (although this may be slightly modified). 60 minute break every day.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
48 Months
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Possible start date
01 Jan 2024
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Date posted
11 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000197598
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
The apprentice's work will focus around the installation, service and maintenance of Industrial doors, fast action doors, roller shutter doors, loading bays, gates and barriers and auto doors. Electrical and mechanical fault- finding will also form part of the role, as well as other tasks.
Main duties will include:
- To work under supervision to learn mechanical and electrical engineering skills
- Learn the role of installation
- Service and Maintenance
- To undertake relevant training and operate plant as requested by the manager
- Electrical and Mechanical fault finding
- Welding
- Fabrication and sheet metal working
- Measuring components and dimensions
- Marking out fixing holes and identifying suitable fixings
- Grinding and cutting with abrasive wheels
- Wiring safety control systems
- Working at height
- Stay committed and motivated when faced with challenges
- Reading and understanding instructions
- To carry out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy and relevant Health and Safety legislation
- To ensure the company’s policies and procedures are complied with at all times
- General housekeeping required
- Good, honest communicator
- Follow a logical approach to problem solving
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard- Mechatronics Maintenance Technician pathway:
- Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
- Level 2 Award for Foundation Phase Gateway Assessment.
- Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
- Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering (Development Competence)- Mechatronic Maintenance Technician
- For the End Point Assessment (EPA) apprentices will undertake a viva interview (to check occupational competence), a portfolio of evidence and professional competence against the EngTech standard
- Apprentices must attend college sessions one day per week at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- A permanent position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship
- The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a position following their apprenticeship
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
COOKS BLINDS & SHUTTERS LTD
Address
BURNET ROAD
SWEET BRIAR ROAD INDUSTRIAL ES
NORWICH
NR3 2BS
Training
Training provider
CITY COLLEGE NORWICH
Contact
City College Norwich (Apprenticeships)
01603 773365
Apprenticeship standard
Engineering technician
Level 3 (A level)
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