Apprentice Fitter

GAP Group Ltd.; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 16,224 - 17,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

25 days annual leave + holidays

Contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work

Health & Wellness

Job summary

GAP Group Apprentices are taken on to build expertise across plant maintenance, servicing and repair of machines and equipment, with a blended learning approach.

You will gain an NVQ Level 3 through on‑the‑job experience and block release at a leading college, earning while you learn and progressing through Year 1 to higher levels.

Qualifications

• 4 GCSE grade C or above.
• A keen interest in Plant Technology.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn to service and repair machines and equipment, including replacing parts and calibrating instruments.
• Study basic engineering concepts and electro-hydraulics.
• Progress through the apprenticeship with on‑the‑job experience and college training.

Skills

4 GCSEs

Plant technology interest

Attention to detail

Good communication

Education

4 GCSE grade C or above

Job description

GAP House, Forstal Road, Aylesford, Maidstone, ME207ST

Location

United Kingdom, South East, Maidstone Plant & Tools

Requester

Number of positions to be provided

1

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

GAP Group Apprentices are a key in ensuring our Depots have the right level of expertise, today, tomorrow and in future. As an Apprentice you will be enrolled in a blended learning programme where you will gain an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance through a mixture of on the job experience and block release training through a leading college. Our Apprenticeship Programme covers all the essential skills and principles you will need to become a Plant Mechanic and you'll learn how to service and repair machines and equipment, including replacing parts and checking and calibrating instruments. You'll also study everything from basic engineering skills to the latest technological advancements in electro-hydraulics and computerised control systems. Our Apprenticeship Programme allows you to earn as you learn: Apprentices under 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 39 hours per week with a starting salary of £16,224 per annum. Apprentices over 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 42.5 hours per week with a starting salary of £17,860 per annum. After successful completion of Year 1 you will automatically be placed on the National Minimum Wage rate for your age group and as you progress through each year of your apprenticeship your salary will continue to increase.

About You

• 4 GCSE grade C or above
• A keen interest in Plant Technology
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication skills

About Us

GAP Group believe in rewarding their employees for their hard work and commitment, and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab, Eye Tests)

GAP Hire Solutions is the UK's leading independent equipment hire provider with 11 different divisions offering a vast range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools with a large customer base in the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER