Estates Apprentice

2gether Support Solutions; Margate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Company pension

Onsite childcare facilities

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Travel discounts

Job summary

2gether Support Solutions is seeking an enthusiastic Estates Apprentice at the QEQM Hospital in Margate. You will gain hands-on experience maintaining essential services in a busy healthcare environment while earning as you learn through a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship with one day a week at college.

You will work alongside experienced engineers, developing mechanical and electrical skills and preparing for a rewarding career in engineering within hospital facilities.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Enrolment on a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship with one day a week at college.
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship programme.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) tasks.
• Support electrical systems maintenance and checks.
• Assist plumbing and water services tasks.
• Learn about boilers and heating systems.
• Support fire alarms and detection systems maintenance.
• Help with pumps, valves and drainage systems.
• Assist with medical gas and specialist plant equipment.

Skills

Passionate about engineering

Safety conscious

Team player

Communication skills

Problem solving

Willing to learn

Education

GCSE English & Maths (minimum 4/C)

Job description

2gether Support Solutions is a Facilities and Estates services company providing support to healthcare professionals caring for over 2000 patients daily across multiple East Kent hospital sites. 2gether provides vital services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics and much more. We are looking for an enthusiastic Estates Apprentice to join our friendly team at the QEQM Hospital in Margate, where you'll gain hands-on experience maintaining the essential services that keep a busy healthcare environment running safely and efficiently. This is an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn, working alongside experienced engineers while completing a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship with one day a week at college. By the end of your apprenticeship, you'll have developed valuable mechanical and/or electrical skills and be well on your way to a rewarding career in engineering.

What you’ll do

• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
• Electrical systems
• Plumbing and water services
• Boilers and heating systems
• Fire alarms and detection systems
• Pumps, valves and drainage systems
• Medical gas and specialist plant equipment

You’ll also gain experience using industry-standard maintenance software, working safely with specialist tools and equipment, supporting other engineering trades, and helping to ensure hospital facilities remain safe and operational for patients, staff and visitors.

No two days are the same, giving you the opportunity to develop practical skills across multiple engineering disciplines while being supported every step of the way.

What we’re looking for

• Passionate about engineering and keen to learn
• Reliable, hardworking and safety conscious
• A great team player with good communication skills
• Able to follow instructions and solve problems
• Comfortable using technology and willing to develop new skills
• Committed to completing an apprenticeship programme
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, plus one additional GCSEA positive attitude and willingness to learn

What We Offer

• Generous Annual Leave: 26 Days + Bank Holidays with the opportunity to buy or sell leave.
• Company Pension
• Onsite Childcare Facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme:
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on travel, accommodation, airport parking, holidays, skiing, and travel extras.
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Access to our employee benefits platform
• Subsidised bus pass
• Savings on health and beauty, gifts, toys, fashion, and entertainment
• Training and development opportunities, including functional skills training

Social values are at the core of 2gether Support Solutions. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that truly represents our local communities.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring equal opportunities for all.