Slinger Apprenticeship Babcock International
Are you ready to embark on a career that combines precision, safety, and teamwork? Join our Slinger Apprenticeship at Babcock and become a vital part of our lifting team at HM Naval Base Devonport.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 15 Mar 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£13,319.00
Fully funded qualification, personal development training and opportunities, a minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays, competitive pension scheme, employee share scheme, flexible benefits including employee shopping savings portal.
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Working week
Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed
Total hours per week: 35
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Expected duration
3 Years
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Possible start date
01 Sep 2024
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Date posted
09 Nov 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000210692
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Positions
8 available
What you will do in your working day
Each day a vast number of large and heavy engineering components, equipment and vehicles need to be safely lifted and transported around HM Naval Base Devonport.
As a Slinger Apprentice, you’ll learn how to support these operations and develop the fundamental knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a core member of the lifting team.
You’ll work onsite as a Rigger, lifting, moving, and positioning loads during construction projects. You'll be responsible for planning and coordinating all the elements needed to execute these operations safely and successfully. Day to day, you’ll work with a wide range of equipment, from skids and rollers to various types of winches, hoists, and cranes.
During this comprehensive 3-year apprenticeship, you'll acquire a wide range of skills:
- The art of carrying out various lifting operations.
- Working with diverse equipment, including cranes, portable tools, and rigging/fleeting equipment.
- Staying up to date with all current legislation and changes relevant to the field.
- Ensuring that safety and compliance are top priorities.
You'll be working in environments that can be challenging, like working at heights, over water, or in confined spaces. We'll support you all the way - you'll be equipped with the skills to work independently and as part of a team, always prioritising health, safety, and the environment.
If you're excited about working in a role where precision, teamwork, and safety are paramount, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
The training you will be getting
You will be studying a Level 3 Lifting equipment technician Apprenticeship standard. During your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to spend approximately 3 to 4 weeks away at our training provider's sites in Birmingham (carried out one week at a time), which will equip you with invaluable experience. Accommodation and travel will be provided.
Your apprenticeship will primarily take place on-site. You’ll be immersed in real-world scenarios and gain hands-on learning experience that is both practical and effective.
You will spend time with the Lifting Services Training team and through rotations across projects, you'll grow your expertise in lifting and gain a broad insight into our operations.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will move into a substantive position within the business.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Babcock International

About disability confident
https://earlycareers.babcockinternational.com/
Address
Devonport Royal Dockyard
Devonport
Plymouth
PL1 4SG
Training
Training provider
ALTRAD BABCOCK 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
Apprenticeship standard
Lifting equipment 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
Employer's Application Instructions
Once you’ve clicked ‘Apply’, you’ll be taken to our application site. Set up a candidate profile and you can apply for roles at Babcock.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 15 Mar 2024