Apprentice Miller Setter/Operator ALAN DICK ENGINEERING LTD

This vacancy is for an Apprentice Miller Setter/Operator based in Morecambe. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience whilst gaining on the job qualifications. Duties include machining small and medium sized fabrications using various 3 axis machines and working to engineering drawings.

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Closing date: 26 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • 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).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Mon - Thurs - 07:30 - 16:00.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    42 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Feb 2024

  • Date posted

    05 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000203922

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

By providing both machining and fabrication services, ADE has become a 'One Stop Engineering Shop', allowing us to provide both practical and cost-effective solutions to meet your specific requirements. We specialise in bespoke, quick turnaround work, servicing all sectors including the nuclear, offshore, marine, food, construction and chemical industries.

Main Duties Include:

  • Setting up and programming using Heidenhain, Protrak and Bridgeport controls
  • Machining small and medium sized fabrications using various 3 axis machines
  • Working to engineering drawings
  • Problem solving
  • Dressing and finishing
  • Marking and identifying materials
  • Checking that finished products comply with specifications

The training for this role will be delivered in Blackburn on block release so please do bear this in-mind when you apply.

We have a large capacity for machining all ferrous and non-ferrous metals including:

  • 3-axis Milling: Up to 8000mm length, 1800mm height and 1200 in width. Max. weight of 1750kg
  • Turning: Up to 450mm Diameter and 1000mm length

The training you will be getting

Engineering technician Level 3 

  • L2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing (Foundation Competence)
  • L2 Diploma in Machining (Foundation Knowledge)
  • L3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competencies) Machining
  • L3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)

The training for this role will be delivered in Blackburn on block release so please do bear this in-mind when you apply.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Engineers work in high-tech, dynamic environments using state of the art equipment. They are inventors, designers and problem solvers, people who make a difference to the way we live. As trained professionals, engineers are well paid and highly respected. Many get top jobs and even run their own companies. If you enjoy working as part of a team, like solving problems and have a practical flair, you will find engineering has a lot to offer.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Accuracy

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade 4 (C) or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 4 (C) or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent ICT (Grade Grade 4 (C) or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade Grade 4 (C) or above) Desired

Things to consider

Please do not contact Company direct. Please note; we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply ASAP if you wish to be considered for this role.

About the employer

Alan Dick Engineering for bespoke UK machining and fabrication services to the oil, gas and power generation industry sectors. Established in 1975 and based in Heysham, Lancashire, Alan Dick Engineering Ltd (ADE) provides a wide-ranging sub-contract engineering, machining and fabrication service to the industry. Over the years, ADE has gained a high reputation for the quality of service by working closely with its customers. By providing both machining and fabrication services, ADE has become a 'One Stop Engineering Shop', allowing us to provide both practical and cost-effective solutions to meet your specific requirements. We specialise in bespoke, quick turnaround work, servicing all sectors including the nuclear, offshore, marine, food, construction and chemical industries.

Employer

ALAN DICK ENGINEERING LTD

Address

MIDDLETON ROAD

HEYSHAM

MORECAMBE

LA3 2SE

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Training

Training provider

TRAINING 2000 LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Grace Gardner

grace.gardner@t2000.co.uk

0125454659

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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