Turbine Craft Engineering Apprentice TURBO-MACHINERY SERVICES LTD

An exciting new apprenticeship vacancy has become available as a Turbine Craft Engineering Apprentice at Turbo Machinery Services Ltd in Bedford. The main role of the apprentice will be to support the workshop in the refurbishment of steam turbine, compressor and pump components in their custom workshop.

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

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Closing date: 10 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,159.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Thursday - 08:00 - 16:30 Friday 08:00 - 14:30

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    13 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000204536

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Turbo Machinery Services Ltd in Bedford are looking for a Turbine Craft Engineering Apprentice to join them. Could this be you? This company support both planned and unplanned field activities for the manufacture, assembly and refurbishment of rotating equipment, with experience of working on most steam turbine makes and models, compressors, gearboxes and pumps. The main roles and responsibilities of the apprentice will be to support the workshop manager and develop the ability to carry out jobs in the workshop and through the shop floor, where you will be creating, processing and completing job packs, as well as amending and updating drawing registers and understanding the drawings and parts lists. You will also support preventative maintenance in the workshop and understand the quality control of each job. As well as this you will work to deadlines and certain targets, assisting in the generation of quotes. Preplanning upcoming work for site and workshop through site visits and planned meetings. You will understand and help control health and safety measures in the workplace, and help control, manage and maintain consumables. And also control manage and maintain site toolboxes and equipment. And, carry out regular workshop reviews with the workshop manager and support the operations team.

The training you will be getting

  • Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship Standard
  • Mechanical Manufacturing Pathway
  • Diploma in engineering operations (skills)
  • Certificate or Diploma in engineering operations (knowledge)
  • Functional Skills Level 2 in English or maths if required

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

On successful completion of the apprenticeship there may be a full time job where you can progress forward with the company. This could be for example Field Service Engineer or Workshop Engineer


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

communication skills, Reliable, good time keeping, Self-motivated

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9 - 3 (A* to D)) Desired
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 9 - 3 (A* to D)) Desired

Things to consider

Early finish on a Friday. Candidates must carry out an initial interview with a member of Tresham College, (Part of the Bedford College Group) Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.

About the employer

An exciting new position has become available as a Turbine Craft Apprentice at Turbo Machinery Services Ltd in Bedford. The main role of the apprentice will be to support the workshop in working these rotary turbines, in the site and with the project management teams, whilst developing skills in the business

Employer

TURBO-MACHINERY SERVICES LTD

Address

Turbo Machinery Services

Aston Road

Cambridge Road Indst Est

MK42 0LJ

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Training

Training provider

BEDFORD COLLEGE

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

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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


Employer's Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply

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

Apply now

Closing date: 10 Dec 2023