Composite Technician Apprenticeships

Formula One Licensing B.V; Banbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in motorsport is seeking up to three Composite Technician Apprentices to join their team in Banbury. This full-time apprenticeship offers industry-relevant training and mentoring, alongside a competitive starting salary of £26,000. Successful candidates will gain hands-on experience in manufacturing composite parts for Formula One and other high-end automotive applications.

Benefits

Overtime rates (1.5x and 2.0x)

26 days holiday + public holidays

Flexible working opportunities

Company Pension

Bike 2 Work Scheme

Private Health Care Insurance

Company socials and events

Employee Assistance Programmes

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary.
• 1 week of work experience preferred before starting.
• Strong interest in motorsports or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Involves tasks related to manufacturing and assembly of composite parts.
• On-the-job training with mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Engagement with university programme to gain foundational knowledge.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

GCSE C or Level 4 in Maths

GCSE C or Level 4 in English Language

Job description

Following the successful launch of our Composite Technician Apprenticeship in April, Brick Kiln Composites is happy to announce that applications for the September intake are now open!

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for up to three Composite Technician Apprentices at Brick Kiln Composites located in Banbury. The role will involve 4 days working on tasks related to the manufacturing and assembly of carbon composite parts for Formula One, high-end automotive, and motorsport applications. The 5th day will see you partner with the University of Sheffield AMRC to build up your foundational knowledge of the Composite industry.

About the Level 3 Composite Technician Apprenticeship

As part of the 3 year Apprenticeship Standard, you will study units including the following:

• Health & Safety, Environmental and Sustainability regulations.
• Composite Material Definitions.
• Types of matrix materials.
• Pre-processing activities such as mould preparation.
• Composite manufacturing processes, such as templating and mould layup techniques.
• Tooling and product design.
• Quality assurance procedures.
• Composite defect identification, and continuous improvement strategies.

The apprenticeship will equip you with the skills and understanding to become a fully qualified Composite Laminator within the company and beyond. Once qualified the whole of Motorsport Valley is at your fingertips!

As well as completing the modules listed above, you will undertake on-the-job training as part of our Training Centre where you will be mentored day-to-day by an experienced Composite Laminator. Here you will put theory into practice – working on production F1 parts from day 1!

For more details on the L3 Composite Technician Apprenticeship, visit Skills England

For more details on our training provider, visit University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre.

Person Specification

• You have an interest in Formula 1 or motorsports, as well as an interest in motor manufacture or engineering.
• You possess a keen eye for detail and strive for perfection in your work.
• You have strong interpersonal skills, grounded in teamwork and collaboration.
• You are interested in pursuing a career as a Composite Laminator, Trimmer, Inspector or similar role.
• You are able to commit to an Apprenticeship Program that lasts 3 years.

Qualifications

No prior experience is necessary to embark on this apprenticeship, but we would expect you to undertake at least 1 week of work experience, with ourselves, prior to commencing on this training programme to ensure it meets your expectations.

In conjunction with the University of Sheffield AMRC, you will be required to evidence the following English and Maths qualifications prior to enrolment with our training provider:

• Maths – GCSE C or Level 4 or above
• English Language – GCSE C or Level 4 or above

Pay and Benefits

As well as an apprenticeship starting salary of £26,000 BKC operates a Total Rewards Package that looks to reward and promote colleague welfare.

Benefits include:

• Overtime rates (1.5x and 2.0x)
• 26 days holiday + all public holidays in England and Wales
• Flexible working opportunities
• Company Pension
• Bike 2 Work Scheme
• Private Health Care Insurance
• Company socials and events throughout the year.
• Monthly Town Halls, including employee giveaways.
• Employee Assistance Programmes, including Talking Therapy and Mental Health Awareness.
• Employee Referral Scheme

Next Steps

Once you have registered your interest, you will be invited to attend an interview and factory tour. You will be given the opportunity to ask any questions and to speak to current colleagues.

If necessary, we will discuss work experience opportunities prior to your full application submission.

Once ready, you can submit your full application with our training provider – Sheffield University AMRC Training Centre. Details will be shared with you following shortlisting of candidates.

Deadline to apply closes July 31st

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