University of Greenwich - Maintenance and Development Technician Apprenticeship

Getting In Limited; Chatham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a fantastic apprenticeship opportunity for aspiring technicians. This role combines hands-on experience with academic learning, allowing you to develop vital skills in maintenance and development within a dynamic laboratory environment. You will engage in constructing and assembling laboratory equipment, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring safety compliance. This apprenticeship not only offers a pathway to a Level 3 qualification but also fosters continuous professional development in a supportive team setting. If you're eager to kickstart your career in engineering and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential for this role.
• Interest in engineering and willingness to learn are key attributes.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain laboratory rigs and instrumentation.
• Support users with troubleshooting and repairs of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain laboratory areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Logical skills

Team working

Key interest in Engineering

Reliable

Willing to learn

Tools

Machine tools

Hand tools

Welding equipment

Cutting equipment

Forklift trucks

Overhead crane

Scissor lift

Light commercial vehicles

Job description

University of Greenwich - Maintenance and Development Technician Apprenticeship

Apply From: 19/03/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Employer

INSPIRE ATA LIMITED

Vacancy Description

During the first year of the apprenticeship, you will be studying at college and will be paid for this. After the first year, you will transition to working full-time and attend college one day a week.

• Construction and assembly of laboratory rigs and instrumentation within the Wolfson Centre for consultancy, research and teaching activities
• Support users of the test rigs and instrumentation with repair, troubleshooting, and advice on modification
• Maintain, carry out fault diagnosis, and repair a wide range of equipment within the laboratory areas, ensuring compliance with safety guidance
• Ensure the security and housekeeping of the laboratory areas are maintained to standards
• Manufacture artefacts and test specimens for teaching, research, and consultancy using machine tools, hand tools, welding, and cutting equipment
• Inform the Centre’s Support Manager of requirements for consumable materials and components
• Develop a basic knowledge of software used within the school
• Use email and identify consumable and replacement parts as appropriate
• Operate access equipment and materials handling plant including forklift trucks, overhead crane, scissor lift, and light commercial vehicles
• Facilitate statutory inspections for pressure equipment and lifting gear
• Carry out other duties as requested by the centre's management
• Liaise with external organisations as appropriate, especially suppliers of equipment and materials
• Contribute to cross-functional team working with other FES Department staff
• Continuously improve own knowledge and maintain own continuous professional development (CPD)
• Maintain good timekeeping and manage own time to ensure work project schedules are met
• Maintain a proactive approach to ensuring technical support needs of the centre are met

Key Details

Vacancy Title

University of Greenwich - Maintenance and Development Technician Apprenticeship

Employer Description

Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers.

Vacancy Location

Hawke Building, University of Greenwich Medway Campus Chatham ME4 4TB

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000308742

Key Dates

Apply From

19/03/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-04-04 23:59:59

Possible Start Date

2025-07-07

Training

Training to be Provided

Level 3 Education Technician Apprenticeship standard qualification.

Contact Details

Katie Munn

Skills Required

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem-solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Analytical skills, Logical skills, Team working, Key interest in Engineering, Reliable, Willing to learn