Apprentice Engineering Maintenance Technician

We are expanding our team of engineers, therefore this would be an ideal opportunity for an apprentice to join and work with our highly skilled and time-served engineers to learn electrical and mechanical engineering systems.

Requirements

• GCSE in: English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4)
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Logical thinking
• Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Responsibilities

• Compliance with the Company Integrated Management Systems (IMS) including Health and Safety, Environmental and Quality and all associated policies, standards, procedures and documentation
• Assist with the installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, commissioning and repair of electrical systems and equipment in industrial, commercial and residential environments, including communal areas
• Support work on low voltage electrical systems up to and including 1000V AC / 1500V DC, under supervision
• Assist with initial verification, periodic inspection and testing activities in accordance with BS 7671 and company procedures
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of electrical systems including switchboards, motors, cabling systems, protective devices, lighting, heating, metering, control panels and automated systems
• Assist and learn the mechanical maintenance of the water pumps and other associated equipment
• Learn how to keep an orderly workshop that is safe to work on and well-managed
• Support works associated with new and emerging technologies, including renewable and low‑carbon technologies, as part of training and development
• Learn to read and interpret drawings, specifications and work instructions with guidance from supervisors and mentors
• Assist in preparing work areas, setting out installations and selecting materials and equipment required for tasks
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a safe, clean and serviceable condition
• Complete training records, job sheets and basic documentation accurately, under supervision
• Work collaboratively with mentors, supervisors and other trades on site in a professional manner
• Carry out other reasonable duties consistent with the apprentice role as directed

What you'll learn:

• Review and use information. For example, work instructions, drawings, design specifications, and plant configurations.
• Use planning, prioritising, organising, and time management techniques to plan tasks.
• Identify and organise resources to complete tasks. For example, consumables.
• Respond and adapt to work demands. For example, adapt working methods to reflect changes in working environment, re-prioritise workloads to react to breakdowns and fault scenarios.
• Identify equipment to work on. Check plant configuration is as defined.
• Prepare the work area for maintenance tasks.
• Identify environmental and health and safety hazards and risks and apply control measures.
• Apply health, safety, and environmental procedures in compliance with regulations, standards, and guidance. For example, signage and barriers, working at height, confined spaces, and COSHH.
• Follow security procedures. For example, site access, document classification, and securing assets.
• Follow emergency incident and response procedures.
• Apply sustainability principles. For example, minimising waste.
• Segregate items for reuse, recycling, and waste.
• Use mathematical principles and formulae to support engineering maintenance.
• Apply engineering maintenance standards and procedures.
• Apply foreign material exclusion procedures.
• Follow maintenance tools and equipment control procedures. For example, handling and storage.
• Reinstate the work area.
• Apply team working principles.
• Communicate with others to give and receive information. For example, colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
• Escalate issues outside limits of responsibility.
• Record information.
• Produce or amend documents. For example, handover notes and reports.
• Identify and highlight issues (red pen), with technical drawings.
• Use digital and information technology. For example, databases, data sharing platforms, email, management information systems, and word processing. Follow cyber security and GDPR requirements.
• Apply continuous improvement techniques to identify improvement suggestions.
• Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.