Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice J3416 – Emersons Green

The South West Apprenticeship Company; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transition to net zero is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice. You'll gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship, learning from mentors and participating in cutting-edge projects in automotive and aerospace sectors.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and a passion for engineering.
• Commitment to attend college and work.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Help keep machinery and equipment in top condition.
• Assist with upgrading systems and processes.
• Shadow experienced colleagues on various projects.

Skills

Collaboration

Résolution de problèmes

Flexibilité

Education

5 GCSE’s à 4-9 (ou équivalent)

Job description

As an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you’ll become a key part of the team that keeps IAAPS running smoothly.

As a world-leading R&I Centre that supports the wider transport sector in the transition to net zero, we have great ambitions – namely, to solve the industry’s biggest challenges by creating the technologies, tools and systems needed to accelerate the move to clean, affordable and sustainable mobility.

We are a commercial subsidiary of the University of Bath, and our world class facility based at the Bristol & Bath Science Park ranks among the top three independent institutions of its type in the world. With a team in place that brings together specialists from across industry and academia and a range of highly prestigious commercial partners within the automotive, aerospace and marine sectors, IAAPS is now firmly moving into a scale up phase.

The key to our success? Put simply, it’s our people. We are a dynamic SME operating at the forefront of future low carbon mobility, therefore everyone’s contribution matters and makes a real difference to what we achieve together.

General Overview:

• Gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship
• Grow Your Skills: Learn electrical and mechanical systems to become a multi-skilled technician
• Innovative Technology: Work with cutting-edge equipment and technology shaping the future of propulsion systems
• Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced mentors who will guide and encourage you every step of the way

Apprentice Responsibilities:
As an Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you’ll become a key part of the team that keeps IAAPS running smoothly. Here’s what your role will include:

• Help keep machinery and equipment in top condition to ensure smooth operation
• Continuous Improvement: Assist with upgrading systems and processes to make things run better, including facility upgrades
• Hands-On Learning: Be involved in project setups, changeovers and repairs
• Maintaining safe working areas and best practice standards within the test facilities
• Shadowing more experienced colleagues working on various projects to develop knowledge, skills, and experience
• Rotating around different departments and sectors within IAAPS such as mechanical, electrical and machining
• Providing an overall project support role
  > Ensuring day to day facilities tasks are taken care of.

What we are looking for:

• The successful candidate will be able to gain experience of cutting edge automotive, aerospace and marine propulsion system research and development, supporting current activities within the facility
• A self-starter who is confident in their approach and able to work with the IAAPS Technical team and with academic staff, project managers, our clients, external service partners and suppliers
• A flexible approach to work, with the ability to seek out opportunities to engage in learning, and meaningful development
• Ability to work collaboratively to develop solutions to technical challenges; willing to contribute to sharing ideas, engaging others in discussions and problem solving

What you must have:

• A willingness to learn
• A passion for engineering
• Commitment to attend college and work
• Flexibility and the ability to work individually and within a team environment

Qualification Required:
5 GCSE’s at 4-9 (or equivalent) grade to include English, Maths and a technical based subject
37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm with 1 hour unpaid lunch