Apprentice Engineer

Speedy Hire Plc; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension scheme

26 days holiday

Free onsite parking

Canteen facilities

Speedy discounts

Staff Shop discounts

Green Commute Initiative

EAP

Job summary

Speedy Hire Plc in Tamworth invites applications for an Apprentice Engineer. You will be part of depot operations, helping keep the workshop productive so equipment is always available for customers and to sustain Speedy's position as a leading hire provider.

The 36-month programme combines hands-on training with weekly online classes, leading to End Point Assessment and engineering qualifications, including Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance and Level 3 Diploma in Engineering

Qualifications

• GCSEs: Minimum of 3 or 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or higher, specifically including Mathematics, English, and a Science.
• Alternatives: Level 2 Engineering qualification (e.g., Diploma in Engineering or Maintenance).
• Maths/English: If not achieved at school, applicants may be required to work towards Level 2 Functional Skills during the apprenticeship.

Skills

Ambitious and driven

Team player

Good communication

Willing to learn

Education

Level 2 Engineering qualification

GCSEs (Maths, English, Science)

Job description

Speedy are the UK's leading hire provider with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and support services - everything for every job!

Based in Tamworthas an Apprentice Engineer, you will be an important part of depot operations and a key player in keeping the workshop productive meaning equipment is always available for our customers to ensure their experience with us is positive and we continue to be the best hire company in the industry.

You will take part in our structured training programme. During this time you will be trained by our knowledgeable and experienced colleagues along with attending online classes each week.

Programme Overview:

The overall programme is for 36 months to the End Point Assesment (EPA) where you will achieve:

• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance - Engineered Services (Vocational Skills)
• Level 3 Sub Diploma in Engineering Technologies (Development Knowledge)
• Functional Skills in English and Maths (unless exempt)

What are we looking for?

We are looking for apprentices who:

• Are ambitious, driven and willing to learn and develop
• Have a natural interest in machinery, mechanics and electrics
• Can be team player
• Adapt to a fast paced working environment
• Show good communication skills
• Ability to support your business unit/team to deliver our ESG Strategy - Decade to Deliver.

We want to help you carve out a successful career at Speedy and we will provide you with all of the skills, knowledge and experience needed to do this. In return we want you to use your skill set to help drive our business forward and contribute to our continuing success as the best hire company in our industry.

If you are successful in obtaining this role we will require:

• GCSEs: Minimum of 3 or 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or higher, specifically including Mathematics, English, and a Science.
• Alternatives: Level 2 Engineering qualification (e.g., Diploma in Engineering or Maintenance).
• Maths/English: If not achieved at school, applicants may be required to work towards Level 2 Functional Skills during the apprenticeship.

What we offer:

• Life assurance
• Pension Scheme
• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Free onsite parking
• Canteen facilities
• 95% discount across the Speedy brand.
• My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers.
• Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling
• PAM - Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management

Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.

Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.

https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.