Apprentice Technician

Trescal Limited; Kibworth Beauchamp; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Trescal Limited in the UK invites applicants to join a four-year Apprentice Technician programme. You will be trained to calibrate and optimise measuring instruments across disciplines, while gaining hands-on experience in UKAS accredited laboratories.

The role develops skills in fault finding, repair, and Microsoft software usage, with progression toward Calibration Engineer and beyond. Attendance at college is part of the programme, reflecting the staged qualifications.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English and Maths at grade 4 or higher (or Scotland Nat 5 in English, Math and Science).
• Good PC literacy and knowledge of Microsoft software.
• Proactive learner with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to attend college weekly in term time.

Responsibilities

• Be trained to calibrate and optimise a wide range of measuring instrumentation.
• Learn fault finding and repair of equipment.
• Work within our Quality System and ISO9001/ISO17025 frameworks.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

PC literacy

Education

GCSEs including English and Maths (or Scotland Nat 5 English, Maths, Science)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Apprentice Technician

Kibworth Harcourt

Leicestershire

GB

LE8 0

Any

Job Description

Unlock your Potential with a Trescal Apprenticeship

If you are looking to develop a career in the engineering sector, gain new skills and work for a growing and diverse global company that offers flexible working, then this role is for you. Trescal is the global independent expert in calibration services. Each year, companies active in the aerospace, automotive, pharmaceutical, chemical, energy, electronics and telecommunication sectors entrust Trescal with their calibration needs.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our Apprentice programme, which is available across all of our main UK sites.

About the Role

You will be trained to calibrate and optimise a wide range of measuring instrumentation and learn to fault find and repair equipment. You will be required to perform in accordance with our Quality System and Company Procedures that are internally & externally audited to ISO9001 and ISO17025 by BSI and UKAS.

This 4 year programme will include:

• NVQ Level 3 & BTEC Diploma Level 3 (Level 7 Scotland) in Engineering
• Calibration Fundamentals
• In house training rotating across various calibration disciplines e.g. pressure, temperature, electrical, in UKAS accredited laboratories
• Personal development courses with external training provider
• Microsoft software packages

Future Prospects

Upon completion of your Apprenticeship, you will be a qualified Calibration Engineer and hold UKAS signatory status. Your further development will move you to a Senior Engineer, Technical Lead, Technical Specialist or a Management role. There is also the opportunity to further develop your formal qualifications.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's including English and Maths at grade 4 or higher or in Scotland National 5 grade A-C in English, Math and Science
• PC literacy and knowledge of Microsoft software
• Proactive approach to learning and problem-solving
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to attend college weekly in term time