Apprentice Maintenance Technician

Getting In Limited; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Maintenance Technician to join their skilled team. This apprenticeship offers the chance to gain hands-on experience while working towards a Technical Support Technician qualification. You will engage in vital maintenance tasks, ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance at a key energy production site. With exceptional training and development opportunities, you will be equipped with valuable skills that will kickstart your career in the energy sector. If you are eager to learn and contribute to a sustainable future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive apprenticeship salary

Exceptional training and development programme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible employer-led training

Reward and recognition events

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship training towards Mechanical Maintenance Technician standard.
• Hands-on maintenance activities and fault diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Deliver maintenance activities on mechanical equipment.
• Participate in inspections and overhauls at Shoreham power station.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Education

No specific education required

Job description

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Apprentice Maintenance Technician

Apply From: 15/03/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

Employer

VPI Holding Ltd

Vacancy Description

VPI Shoreham are looking for an apprentice to train alongside our existing, experienced team. As an apprentice you will study a range of programmes, working towards a Technical Support Technician, Pathway 13 Apprenticeship standard, covering a variety of skills and qualifications, while earning a wage and completing invaluable practical skills in industry. You will be working alongside a mentor and assisting the experienced mechanical maintenance team with the following duties:

Main Duties and Responsibilities

As an apprentice mechanical maintenance technician, you will be working towards achieving the level of competence in undertaking the duties of a qualified Mechanical Maintenance Technician, which will include:

• Deliver “hands-on” maintenance activities on mechanical equipment
• Participation in delivery of major and interim maintenance inspections and overhauls at Shoreham power station, including managing contracts and contractors in accordance with commercial requirements and statutory obligations
• Ensure compliance with relevant statutory requirements particularly, but not limited to, the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Environmental Protection Act
• Participate in the implementation of the Company Safety Rules as either Competent Person or Authorised Person (in accordance with development matrix), in order to ensure that Safety from the System is achieved
• Proactive and creative approach to fault diagnosis and problem solving
• On occasion, provide support on a 24/7 basis and ensure maintenance plans and targets for the team are achieved safely, on time, at or below budget, and to the correct quality
• Undertake procurement activities within the Company policies and process, including developing technical specifications for work to be carried out
• Ability to handle multiple work projects running together as the business need arises
• Ensure consistent high levels of housekeeping and safety

What can we offer you:

• Competitive apprenticeship salary and bonus after your first year
• Exceptional training and development programme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• A Flexible programme that is employer-led with bespoke training modules
• Exceptional reward and recognition events
• Additional Training and Development Plans – see details below

*New applicants who meet the entry requirements of the role will be contacted by the Apprentice Employment Agency team to discuss your application and the apprenticeship in further detail. Please ensure you provide up to date contact details and check your junk in case of redirected emails. Failure to respond to communications will result in your application being withdrawn.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice Maintenance Technician

Employer Description

An apprenticeship with VPI is a great opportunity to put both theoretical and practical learning into practise. We are one of the largest energy producers in the UK with five operational Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) sites totalling a fleet capacity of 3,119 Megawatts. This is an apprenticeship where you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference. Not only will you learn valuable skills as you start out on your career, but you will also be doing so in one of our CCGT sites that provides required power and stability to the national grid.

Vacancy Location

Shoreham Power Station, Basin Road South, BN41 1WF

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000309195

Key Dates

Apply From

15/03/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-03-26 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-08

Training

Training to be Provided

Training for this apprenticeship will be delivered by Greater Brighton Metropolitan College, at their Chichester or Northbrook Metropolitan College Campus, depending on the home location of the apprentice.

The role will occasionally involve some working at height, working within confined spaces, and working with PPE, which is required when working with chemicals. Specific training will be provided for these aspects of the role.

Learning Provider

CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP

Contact Details

Georgia Marlow

Vacancy Type:

Skills Required

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non-judgemental, Patience

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