Level 4 Engineering Technical Apprentice
STATIC SYSTEMS GROUP PLC
Wolverhampton (WV5 8AN)
Closes in 12 days (Friday 8 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 24 July 2025
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Summary
This role incorporates the opportunity to rotate around key departments within the organisation to gain valuable skills in each of the relevant areas such as sales and estimating , project planning, shop floor, procurement and design.
- Wage
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£24,242.40 a year
- Training course
- Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday
09:00 - 17:00
Friday
09:00 - 16:30
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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2
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
Whilst studying towards a recognised vocational qualification (Level 4 HNC) and other relevant technical certificates, as well as the possibility of progressing on to further qualifications.
In this role you will rotate across the business gaining insights and experience in;
• Shop Floor
• Sales & Estimating
• Project Planning
• Procurement
• Design
• Quality
• Service & Maintenance (site based)
The expectation is that upon completion of your rotation, you will find a discipline you excel at and settle into that role for the rest of your apprenticeship,
Apprentices will be supported throughout the programme to ensure that the training satisfies national standards and provides necessary skills for the job.
SSG views the apprenticeship programme as an opportunity to develop a new generation of skills and knowledge needed to grow and advance the business.
Where you'll work
Heath Mill Road
Wombourne
Wolverhampton
WV5 8AN
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
DUDLEY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Training course
Engineering manufacturing technician (level 4)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules, drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
- Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
- Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
- Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
- Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
- Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
- Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
- Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
- Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
- Read and extract relevant engineering and manufacturing related data and information (such as workplans or project plans, schedules, drawings, specifications, production data, quality reports, costing data, statistical information) drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions.
- Use project management tools, such as Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT), stakeholder matrices, risk mapping, radar chart and summary risk profiles.
- Use problem solving tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Fishbone, Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
- Analyse and interpret data and information in order to generate manufacturing engineering documentation such as Parts Per Million (PPM) quality adherence, cost analysis and test data.
- Communicate using the appropriate method for the audience such as, formal and informal presentations, written reports, verbal, electronic, social media and incorporating relevant and appropriate data or metrics.
- Use the approved process and quality compliance procedure to create or amend engineering or manufacturing documentation.
- Use lean tools and techniques, such as Six Sigma, 8 Wastes, Workplace organisation such as 5S's (sort, set in order, shine, standardise and sustain), Kaizen and Poka-Yoke (Error proofing).
- Apply documentation control processes and procedures such as format, location, access, authorisation.
- Use financial planning, recording and review processes and documentation such as departmental budgets, estimating, cost control, cost forecasting, and investment appraisal.
- Use computer based software systems or packages such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), Data Analytics and Databases.
Training schedule
You will be required to attend the Institute of Technology Campus, Dudley College, 1 day per week during term time only.
- You will be assigned an assessor who will visit you in the workplace every 8 weeks to support you on your apprenticeship.
- You will receive a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician HNC qualification upon successful completion of your apprenticeship.
More training information
Full training will be provided on SSG products.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4/Level 2 Functional Skills)
- Maths (grade C/4/Level 2 Functional Skills)
Other in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Thirst for knowledge
- Aptitude to learn
About this employer
At SSG we believe that human interaction is an essential part of the care giving process, and that good technology should enable caregivers to be free from unnecessary distractions, so they can focus on giving their patients the care they need, when they need it. That’s why, for almost 60 years, we have been developing smart solutions and technologies that connect people and systems to provide safer, heathier environments for both staff and patients in the acute care setting. From our first electronic nurse ‘call bell’ system launched in 1964, that enabled patients in hospital to call for help, we have continued to explore ways that technology can work for our customers. Whether that is providing essential critical alarms, integrated communication systems or software solutions to enhance clinical workflow, our focus is on keeping patients safe, providing a calming environment, and giving our customers more time to care. We are proud to be a British manufacturer, with a strong heritage in product design, build and installation. As technology advances, our digital solutions can help customers evolve with the ever-changing demands of the healthcare environment, preserving resources, reducing costs and improving patient care. Our people are inspired and empowered to develop best in class solutions that have a positive impact on the patient and carer experience. As part of the Halma family, we are passionate about creating a safer, cleaner and healthier future for everyone, every day. OUR PURPOSE – To create a world where every patient feels safe. OUR VISION – A world where technology works for people, so that caregivers have more time to care for their patients. OUR MISSION – We provide smart communication solutions, connecting caregivers, patients and data, to improve workflow and decision making, so that patients get the care they need, when they need it.
http://www.staticsystems.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Practical, hands on experience across multiple departments Mentoring from experienced engineers and project managers Opportunities to work on live customer projects from day one Holiday allowance Pension scheme
After this apprenticeship
Opportunity to remain at SSG in a suitable open vacancy at the time the apprentice completes the course, we have had apprentices recently follow on into permanent roles within the business and have been successful in offering this for a number of years.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DUDLEY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Chloe Powell
Chloe.Powell@dudleycol.ac.uk
01384 363158
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000331965.
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Closes in 12 days (Friday 8 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
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