Mechatronics Apprentice

Summary

Cressall Resistors design and manufacture high power electrical resistors used in electricity generation, transmission and distribution as well as in the industrial automation, marine, telecoms and rail transit markets

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

Hours

At least 30 hours per week, shift pattern to be confirmed.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

This Level 2 role is a 24-month placement within the Production team in Dereham. Within the Production team we work on a range of products in a variety of different roles.

You’ll be working with experienced production operatives and other professionals, so a placement with us is the perfect opportunity to learn from a variety of people and get involved with real projects/tasks whilst gaining relevant experience. You will be provided with multiple opportunities to develop transferable skills in addition to gaining ‘hands on’ experience in a technical discipline. You will attend college one day per week and spend the remainder of the time at Cressall.

Example tasks will include:

Mechanically fit/assemble and wire large steel enclosures using hand tools, air tools and mechanically assisted tools
Read and interpret technical drawings (using computers) and build to required specification
Check parts and products and build to draw
Problem solve and make quality decisions
Work to high Health and safety standards
Work to standard and support in introducing new build ideas to make improvements with build
Be part of a continuous lean culture always thinking of ideas to reduce build times, improve RFT etc.

Where you'll work

Hurn Road
Dereham
NR19 1WD

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

CITY COLLEGE NORWICH

Your training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Your training plan

For the full apprenticeship, candidates will complete:

Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)- Mechanical/ Manufacturing.
Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)- Mechanical/ Manufacturing.
Level 2 Award in Functional Skills Mathematics.
Level 2 Award in Functional Skills English.

Apprentices will also work towards and take the test for Level 2 English and Maths prior to taking the End Point Assessment (EPA).

For the End Point Assessment (EPA) apprentices will undertake a professional discussion, portfolio (including a task report) and practical skills observation.

Apprentices must attend college sessions one day per week at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Team working

About this company

Cressall Resistors design and manufacture high power electrical resistors used in electricity generation, transmission and distribution as well as in the industrial automation, marine, telecoms and rail transit markets. Applications for our products include the filter and neutral earthing for MV and HV systems, the dynamic braking of motors and industrial drives and the load testing of batteries and generators. We supply to large contractors, OEMs and end users throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We make significant investments in R&D to deliver innovations that satisfy or anticipate customer needs and generate growth for the business

Company benefits

We offer employees a 4.5% contributory pension (if eligible), Life Insurance, Health Cash Plan, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Free on-site parking, Free tea and coffee, Employee Assistance Program

After this apprenticeship

A 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.

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