Level 4 Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician apprentice

Getting In Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is offering a Level 4 Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship in Plymouth. This exciting opportunity allows you to gain hands-on experience while studying towards an HNC qualification. You'll work closely with skilled engineers, learning about the performance of complex manufacturing systems and developing essential skills in electrical, mechanical, and electronic engineering. With a focus on continuous improvement and data analysis, this apprenticeship will equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in the engineering field. If you're eager to kickstart your career in a cutting-edge environment, this apprenticeship is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 42 months to build Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs).
• On-the-job training alongside experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Learn about complex manufacturing systems and their performance.
• Gain skills in electrical, mechanical, and electronic engineering.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem-solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Initiative

Non-judgmental attitude

Patience

Education

HNC qualification

Job description

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Level 4 Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Apply From: 03/02/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by CORNWALL COLLEGE

Employer

PLESSEY SEMICONDUCTORS LIMITED

Vacancy Description

During 2025 Plessey is offering two Level 4 Higher apprenticeships against the Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician standard. The academic element will be hosted by The Plymouth Engineering Skills Centre on a day release basis (1 day per week).

The apprenticeship consists of the HNC qualification and provides the opportunity to build the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs) specified in the Level 4 Engineering Technician Standard. There is a minimum of 42 months before the KSBs are externally assessed during the Apprenticeship end-point assessment (EPA).

During your apprenticeship, you will build a portfolio of evidence to support you during the assessment process. You will receive guidance and supervision from The Plymouth Engineering Skills Centre and Plessey, who will support you every step of the way.

During the apprenticeship, you will be an employee of Plessey and will work alongside our engineers, undertaking on-the-job training.

As an apprentice, you will:

• Learn about the availability and performance of complex manufacturing systems
• Gain skills from the fields of electrical, mechanical, and electronic engineering to employ continuous improvement
• Learn data analysis techniques to maintain systems at their optimum level
• Learn about the specification and installation of new systems, ensuring their smooth integration into the manufacturing line

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Level 4 Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Employer Description

Plessey is an embedded technologies developer at the forefront of microLED technology for augmented reality (AR) display applications. Drawing on over a decade of semiconductor and optoelectronics expertise, we have developed a unique and proprietary GaN-on-Silicon platform to manufacture innovative microLED displays. At our world-class manufacturing and innovation centre in Plymouth, we operate leading-edge wafer processing facilities to undertake the design, test, and assembly of products, along with a comprehensive suite of photonic characterisation and applications laboratories.

We are in an exciting phase of our development journey and are now closely partnering with Meta, who are developing new technologies to help connect and bring people together. Our mission is to help bring their vision of the next lightweight and stylish AR glasses to life.

Vacancy Location

Tamerton Road Roborough Plymouth PL6 7BQ

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

2

Vacancy Reference Number

1000299786

Key Dates

Apply From

03/02/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-03-28 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering Manufacturing Technician Level 4 incl HNC
• The apprenticeship consists of the HNC qualification and provides the opportunity to build the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs) specified in the Level 4 Engineering Technician Standard.
• There is a minimum of 42 months before the KSBs are externally assessed during the Apprenticeship end-point assessment (EPA).

Learning Provider

CORNWALL COLLEGE

Skills Required

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem-solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical thinking, Team working, Initiative, Non-judgmental attitude, Patience.

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