Apprentice Mechanical Engineering Technician

Getting In Limited; Hereford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Mechanical Engineering Technician. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside qualified professionals, gaining hands-on experience in mechanical engineering. You will shadow experts, assist in product development, and tackle manufacturing challenges while using industry-standard design software like Solidworks. With a commitment to training and personal development, this apprenticeship will equip you with the skills needed for a successful career in engineering. If you're eager to learn and ready to take on a new challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Formal training at HWGTA

Monthly visits from Learning Specialist

Teambuilding residential trip

EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Qualifications

• Must have engineering work experience and be motivated and enthusiastic.
• Team working skills are essential for collaboration with qualified staff.

Responsibilities

• Shadow qualified staff to assist and gain knowledge in mechanical engineering.
• Use design software and assist with manufacturing issues.

Skills

Team working

Motivated

Enthusiastic

Polite

Good timekeeping

Engineering work experience

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

Apprentice Mechanical Engineering Technician

Apply From: 24/01/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Employer

HR Smith Group of Companies

Vacancy Description

The role of apprentice mechanical engineering technician will involve:

• Shadowing qualified staff to both assist them with the task at hand and also to gain knowledge
• Using relevant design software (Solidworks)
• Work with other departments to develop new products and improve existing
• Assist with any manufacturing issues in production
• Ensure work is well documented
• Gain an understanding of electronics in relation to your work

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Apprentice Mechanical Engineering Technician

Employer Description

If you are looking for a new challenge with a global market leader which designs and manufactures aerospace search and rescue equipment, HR Smith Group of Companies is the one for you. We are a family-run business based in Herefordshire with over 5 decades of experience and are dedicated to finding the perfect solutions for our customers.

Vacancy Location

HR Smith Unit 416, Tarsmill Court Hereford HR2 6JZ

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000296531

Key Dates

Apply From

24/01/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-04-15 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-08 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

• Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located in Hereford (HR4 9SX)

Level 3 comprises of:

• Duration approximately 40 - 45 months
• Years 1/2 is a combination of off the job training at HWGTA Training Centre as well as training on site with your employer
• This includes 26-42 weeks within the training Centre plus 1 day per week in a classroom setting to cover practical and theory aspects and complete EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Development Knowledge
• Years 3/4 based full time in company developing skills in preparation for the end point assessment to gain your level 3 qualification
• You will receive monthly visits from your assigned Learning and Development Specialist, who will set you work, monitor your development and wellbeing, and discuss training sessions. They will also prepare you for your End Point Assessment
• Additional training for functional skills in English and maths will be undertaken if needed
• There is also a five-day teambuilding residential trip that is held in the spring of each year offered to all apprentices on programme

Learning Provider

HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Skills Required

Team working, Motivated, Enthusiastic, Polite, Evidence of good timekeeping, Engineering work experience