Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice

Peta Ltd; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Peta Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice to join Allflow. The apprentice will receive training, support, and undertake various manufacturing processes while learning to produce and ensure the quality of mechanical assemblies. This opportunity includes a structured 45 months program aimed at developing future engineering talent.

Benefits

Auto-enrollment into the company pension scheme

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Onsite restroom with kitchen facilities

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in engineering and learning.
• Keen eye for detail and pride in work quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan work activities, source components and tools.
• Assemble components to produce equipment and systems.
• Check work against quality standards and make adjustments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Motivation

Communication

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

2 GCSE's at grade C (4) or above in Maths and English

Job description

About The Role

Do you have an eye for detail and an interest in how things work?

PETA Ltd are looking to source an exceptional Engineering Apprentice for our client, Allflow. This role involves learning how to use technical information to build mechanical assemblies and systems. You will also be completing tests to ensure specifications are met.

Training to be provided:

As a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship. Throughout your apprenticeship with Allflow Pumps & Pump Systems, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach.
Your Level 3 programme will include, a level 3 Engineering work-based qualification delivered by PETA, and day release for 24 months to complete a level 3 BTEC technical certificate.
Overall duration 45 months

The training at the Havant Centre willofficiallystart in September, however if Allflow find the right candidate, they may look to start their apprentice beforehand to get them settled.

About the role:

Joining the Allflow team as an Mechanical Engineering Apprentice, your role will be focused on undertaking the manufacturing processes on site. As part of your programme, you will learn how to:

• Plan work activities, including sourcing components, equipment and tooling
• Interpret technical information
• Prepare the work area for assembly task
• Assemble components to produce equipment, machines and systems
• Produce complex high value, low volume assemblies
• Produce and/or re-furbish components
• Check your work against quality standards and make any required adjustments
• Hand over products and prepare the work area for the next task
• Identify and resolve problems

What are the career prospects at Allflow?

The career opportunities at Allflow are very varied. We have a strong track record of training and developing people to reach their full potential.

• Fulltime employment
• Further personal development
• Further academic development
• Higher apprenticeship

Essential Skills:

An apprenticeship is all about learning new knowledge, skills and behaviours, therefore, to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in engineering and a willingness to learn.
To be considered for the role of a Mechanical Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will have a keen eye for detail and take pride in completing work to a high quality level.

You will also require the following skills and qualifications:

• 2 GCSE's at grade C (4) or above, or equivalents in maths and English
• Enthusiastic team player
• Self motivated and driven
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Willingness to learn

Desirable Criteria:

• Good manual dexterity
• Real interest in maintenance
• Good co-ordination
• Methodical and logical
• Good problem-solving skills
• Learn through instruction

About Us

Allflow specialise in the manufacture, installation and maintenance of pumping equipment and control systems. We undertake the strip out and refurbishment of plant rooms at client sites. We are also committed to investing in our future talent and want you to become part of our success story. In partnership with PETA we will provide the learning and support required to ensure you will be the best engineer that you can be.

Company Benefits:

• Auto-enrolled into the company pension scheme after qualification period
  
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (3-4 days to be taken at Christmas)
• Onsite restroom with kitchen facilities
• Overtime available

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