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IT Technician Apprentice KRONES UK LIMITED

Krones UK have an exciting opportunity for an IT Solutions Technician apprentice to join our world leading team. Our employees are the most vital component of our organisation. Our vision is to be the outstanding supplier of choice through professional, motivated and engaged employees. Can you help us achieve this?

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Closing date: 02 Nov 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,754.20 to £17,290.00

    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

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    10 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000073636

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Providing first line IT user support
  • PC Hardware maintenance of laptops/desktops and printers
  • Support Software installation/maintenance support and service
  • Support and maintenance of all servers
  • Responsible for assignment and recording of all computer equipment
  • Support and maintain the upgrading and implementing of communication systems
  • New user/promotions/changers/leavers account processing
  • Ensuring printers are working, running maintenance where necessary, and keeping the third party printer support informed of any issues
  • Escalating any issues promptly and efficiently as required

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The successful candidate will be supported to achieve an IT Solutions Apprenticeship level 3 qualification.

The apprentice will work 4 days per week with the employer and attend Bolton College 1 day per week.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The successful apprentice may have the opportunity to progress to full time employment with Krones UK. There may also be further opportunities to progress to a higher level IT apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Initiative, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Operating systems, Active Directory skills, Able to prioritise, Self motivating, Flexible, Excellent time management, Independent and team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 (A-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 (A-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent IT (Grade 9-4 (A-C)) Desired

Things to consider

Applicants must demonstrate an avid interest in IT. Applicants must include GCSE qualifications or equivalent for English and maths. Applicants must be able to travel to the Krones UK work place daily and attend Bolton College 1 day per week.

About the employer

Whether made out of glass, PET or aluminium – Krones machines and lines process millions of bottles, cans and specially shaped bottles each day. Our customers mainly comprise breweries, water, soft drink and juice manufacturers, as well as dairies and producers of wine, sparkling wine and spirits or companies from the liquid-food field. Speaking of solutions – whereas Krones manufactured only labellers back in 1951, the year in which it was founded, its product range now extends far beyond conventional machine and line construction: As a systems supplier, we offer our customers all machines and lines, as well as components, intralogistics and IT solutions, that they need for their production.

Employer

KRONES UK LIMITED

Address

Westregen House

Great Bank Road

Wingates Industrial Park

BL5 3XB

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Training

Training provider

BOLTON COLLEGE

Contact

Kerri

apprenticeships@boltoncc.ac.uk

01204 482036

Apprenticeship standard

IT solutions technician

Level 3 (A level)

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