Engineering Apprentice R&J Machinery

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Closing date: 20 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,312.00

    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 Thursday 7.30am to 5,00pm Friday 7.30am to 1230pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jun 2024

  • Date posted

    19 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246041

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

A varied and interesting engineering job awaits the successful candidate. 

Duties Include:

  • fault finding, service work, installation and commissioning of a range of Woodworking machinery
  • position, assemble, install and dismantle plant and equipment which may include instrumentation and control of temperature, pressure and flow systems to agree specifications
  • replace, repair or remove components within integrated plant and equipment and ensure its return to operational condition.
  • comply with industry health, safety and environmental working practices and regulations.
  • communicate with and provide information to stakeholders in line with personal role and responsibilities.

The training you will be getting

You will complete an advanced level 3 apprenticeship standard. 

You will attend training at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus, one day per week. 

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

After completion of apprenticeship, you can gain a full time position at the compnay and progress on to a HNC in engineering. 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade c or Level 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade Grade c or Level 4) Essential

Things to consider

We offer 20 days annual leave, which 3 must be saved for Christmas, when we are shut between Christmas and New Year, plus the bank holidays.

About the employer

Woodworking dealership, including service, maintenance and repair of machines

Employer

R&J Machinery

Address

BRINDLEY ROAD

DODWELLS BRIDGE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE

HINCKLEY

LE10 3BY

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Training

Training provider

LEICESTER 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

Maintenance and operations engineering 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

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