Our three-year Higher Apprenticeship Overhead Line programme will train you to become an engineer in one of our Overhead Line teams.
During the programme you'll
Gain comprehensive knowledge of Overhead Lines, the types of conductors, fittings and insulator systems that are installed.
You’ll work on the safety of the system and general safety,
Work on overhead line refurbishment & maintenance methods, technical support, 3rd Party requests and fault fixing.
This is a job where the decisions you make will impact the transmission of electricity in England and Wales for the next 40 or 50 years. You'll be involved in
Delivering maintenance work
Replacing and refurbishing assets
Resolving mechanical and electrical issues.
Your role will also contribute to connecting renewable energy from sources like wind and solar farms to the transmission network.
Eventually, you may even be an Overhead Line Project Leader and taking responsibility for the safety of your co-workers.Training:Initially you will be at our National Training Centre in Eakring, Nottinghamshire for your Induction period which is around six weeks, then periodically for technical training.
In the first year, you will spend 70% of your time at the Eakring Training Centre with the remaining 30% on site (gathering site-based experience).
Year two will be 50/50 at Eakring and on site and in the third year 70% on site and 30% at Eakring training centre.Training Outcome:By the end of the programme, you'll hold a Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Power Network Engineering.Employer Description:National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt. The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Physical fitness,Reliable,Adaptable,Responsible,Safety....Read more...
Catfoss Recruitment Ltd are currently in partnership with an established specialist manufacturing company that is looking to recruit a Field Service and Commissioning Engineer to their team on a permanent basis. (North of England)Job descriptionField Service and Commissioning EngineerWe are looking to recruit a permanent, full-time Field Service and Commissioning Engineer, to work primarily on metering systems in power STN2 substations and power stations across the UK.Field Service and Commissioning Engineer - About the RoleA flexible working pattern to meet the needs of the business will be required, as this is a largely field based role where there is regular travelling across the UK and you will be commissioning metering installations as well as carrying out accuracy checks, fault investigation/rectification and maintenance.The role is predominantly Monday to Friday, with very occasional work at weekends.Although we are based in the south of England this role does not require you to reside in this area, ideally anywhere mid to north of England or borders of Scotland.Field Service and Commissioning Engineer – Job Description• Ability to commission equipment to recognised standards and procedures.• Experience of working at electricity substations.• Experience in the use of risk assessments and method statements to support safe working.• The ability to read and work to electrical engineering drawings.• Excellent knowledge of working practices, techniques, procedures and tool use.• Training in Health and Safety and Environmental Issues.• Flexibility to work across the UK.• Self-motivation and the ability to work under your own initiative.• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.• Full, clean, UK driving license.Desirable Qualifications• National Grid / Competent Person• BESC• Safety Passport• Working at Height• First Aid• Recognised craft / technician apprenticeship, ONC / BTEC / C&G in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualificationsExperience• Electricity Substations: 3 years (preferred)• 3-phase energy & 3-phase secondary injection kit (preferred)Licence/Certification/Location:
• Camdidates must reside in the North of England to be able to cover this region• UK Driving Licence (required)Permanent, Full-time, Monday to Friday, Company Car, Overtime, BenefitsField Service and Commissioning Engineer previous suitable job titles: Service Engineer, Service Technician, Field Service Engineer, Commissioning Technician, Commissioning Engineer, Electrical Technician, Electrical Engineer, Field Electrical TechnicianPlease apply ASAPDue to current high volumes of applications to our advertised jobs, we are unable to respond to every application. All successful candidates will be contacted as soon as possible.....Read more...
Servicing clients within the Northeast and Southwest of London, this role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing business where you will have access to an excellent benefits package such as 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), overtime paid at 1.33x – 2x, company vehicle with fuel allowance and expenses paid for and comprehensive training provided.This global manufacturing business employs over 200 people in the UK alone producing a variety of bespoke equipment in excess of over 100 Years knowledge and experience in their field. Due to continued growth within the business, they are now looking to recruit an additional Field Service Engineer to support the servicing and maintenance of their contracts across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire.Roles & Responsibilities as a Field Service Engineer are:
Perform servicing and maintenance of all the equipment on client sites.
Conduct inspections, prepare reports, and provide necessary recommendations.
Maintain accurate servicing records in accordance with company protocols.
Adhere to all safety procedures and business regulations without exception.
Foster teamwork and cooperation across all levels of the organisation.
Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, internal departments, and customers regarding work instructions and requirements.
Adapt to varying work duties and tasks as needed to meet business demands.
I would love to see CV’s from candidates who have:
A formal qualification within Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC, HNC or HND etc.)
Previous experience working as a Field Service Engineer, Field Service Technician, Field Support Engineer, Service Engineer or similar
Previous experience maintaining industrial machinery within a Manufacturing and/or Fabrication environment - preferred
A full UK driving licence – essential requirement
Flexibility to occasionally work away from home.
Benefits Included for a Field Service Engineer are:
Annual Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum – Depending on Experience
Pension – 5% employee - 3% employer
Holidays – 24 days (plus 8 bank holidays), accruing an additional day a year up to 28 days.
6x Life Assurance/Death In Service
Company Van and Fuel Allowance
Company Tablet and Mobile Phone
All power tools and specialist testing equipment supplied
Meal Allowance - £5 per meal
Overtime at varied rates (x1.33 Monday to Friday, x1.5 on a Saturday, and x2 on a Sunday/Bank Holiday)
Company Sick Pay after 6 months of employment – 2 weeks on full pay/4 weeks on half pay
EAP Scheme – 6 sessions of free counselling.
Eye Test Vouchers - £50 off glasses
Free Financial Advisor Appointments
Ongoing extensive training from day 1
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An enticing Multi Skilled Engineer position has become available with a widely known company who are sure to offer an annual salary of £49,700 per annum as well as, up to 12% pension employer contribution, 33 days of holiday (including bank holidays), and a health care plan.
This well-established equal opportunity employer is renowned for constantly working in partnership with local communities and suppliers in the UK. This Food Manufacturer are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. Another advantage of working with this organisation is that they offer a variety of training and progression opportunities.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Being a Multi Skilled Engineer, you will be responsible for dealing with both reactive and preventative maintenance across the entire site.
You will be involved with a variety of projects such as PPM, Continuous Improvement, Reliability and New Machinery Installations along with other colleagues within the company.
Improving efficiencies across the whole plant and understanding how their machines are running to help develop new and improved ways of working.
Diagnose and resolve faults, machine emergencies or unplanned problems in a systematic and logical manner.
Another key attribute as a Multi Skilled Engineer for this company is to be able to plan and apply forward-thinking, to ensure limited downtime.
I would be eager to see CVs from individuals who have:
You will need to hold one of the following qualifications to be considered: City and Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or BTEC (Apprenticeship) in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering.
The following job titles that would be considered for this role would be Multi-Skilled Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Team Leader, Maintenance Supervisor and Multi Skilled Technician etc.
You will need to be competent in dealing with breakdowns on FMCG Production Machinery
Industry experience within one of the following areas is essential: Food, Drink, Packaging, Print, Textiles or any other FMCG environment.
Being able to produce new and improved ways of operating, which is why continuous improvement and reliability will play a huge part in the role.
Benefits included as a Multi Skilled Engineer
Pension – 3% employee - 6% employer or 4+% employee - up to 12% employer contribution. You can buy and sell up to 5 days of holiday per year.
Holidays – 33 days (inc bank holidays) increases to 34 days holiday after 5 years’ service. Additionally, you can buy and sell up to 5 days of holiday per year.
Optional Health Cash Plan
Cycle to Work Scheme
Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact on the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of communities across the globe.
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Our three-year Higher Apprenticeship Overhead Line programme will train you to become an engineer in one of our Overhead Line teams.
During the programme you'll
Gain comprehensive knowledge of Overhead Lines, the types of conductors, fittings and insulator systems that are installed.
You’ll work on the safety of the system and general safety,
Work on overhead line refurbishment & maintenance methods, technical support, 3rd Party requests and fault fixing.
This is a job where the decisions you make will impact the transmission of electricity in England and Wales for the next 40 or 50 years. You'll be involved in
delivering maintenance work
replacing and refurbishing assets
resolving mechanical and electrical issues.
Your role will also contribute to connecting renewable energy from sources like wind and solar farms to the transmission network.
Eventually, you may even be an Overhead Line Project Leader and taking responsibility for the safety of your co-workers.Training:Initially you will be at our National Training Centre in Eakring, Nottinghamshire for your Induction period which is around six weeks, then periodically for technical training.
In the first year, you will spend 70% of your time at the Eakring Training Centre with the remaining 30% on site (gathering site-based experience).
Year two will be 50/50 at Eakring and on site and in thethird year 70% on site and 30% at Eakring training centre.Training Outcome:By the end of the programme, you'll hold a Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Power Network Engineering.Employer Description:National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt. The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Physical fitness,Reliable,Adaptable,Responsible,Safety....Read more...
Operate static plant to carry out tasks in line with process operations, regulations, manufacturers guidance, mobile plant operating specifications, and company policies and procedures
Conduct prestart and routine safety checks on the equipment and the working area in line with regulations, company policies and procedures
Carry out static plant operations sustainably and minimise waste
Conduct planned and preventative maintenance in line with regulations, manufacturers guidance, company policies and procedures
Plan and prepare for the task ensuring availability of equipment and resources
Complete handover requirements
Keep stakeholders such as colleagues and line managers informed about materials processing work
Contribute to continuous improvement activities
Process materials to meet specification
Check and maintain stocks of materials for processing
Monitor quality of raw materials and products during operation
Adjust the plant equipment to maintain quality and specification of the product
Training:Material processing plant operator Level 2 apprenticeship standard. Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date. Potential Qualifications include;
Level 2 Diploma in Mineral Products Mobile Plant Operations
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction)
Level 2 Diploma in Mineral Products Processing Operations
Level 2 Diploma in Precast Concrete Operations
Level 2 Certificate in Locomotive Activities for Mineral Products Operations
Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Training Outcome:Qualified Plant Operator
Aggregate Industries take great pride in training and qualifications and on completing the qualification opportunities may exist in progressing onto advance or higher apprenticeships. Employer Description:While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development. We understand, more than ever, that flexible working arrangements are important to our employees. For the right candidate we are open to considering part time, job share and flexible shift arrangements.
We are committed to building a diverse team and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. If you are committed to safety, have a positive approach that will contribute to our great team culture, then we want to hear from you!Working Hours :Days to be confirmed
8.30am- 5.00pm
(Flexibility required)Skills: Team working,Initiative,Willing to learn,Hard working,Have a "hands on" approach....Read more...
To write creative and engaging content for a wide range of purposes, including web, internal communication, advertising, editorial, PR and printed material
To raise the services profile, using a targeted approach for different stakeholders and the wider public
In conjunction with Commissioners, Service/Project Managers and involving the full staff team and service users develop Marketing and Communication plans, using a range of media channels (print/social media/online/peer-led) with the service
Implement the Marketing and Communication plans to increase profile and reduce stigma by humanising the people accessing our support and by engaging/giving back to local communities
Create and distribute quarterly newsletters to Partners and Service Users including sourcing and writing case studies and news stories
Collate Service User, Significant Other, Stakeholder feedback and share with partners/wider public to demonstrate impact
Contribute to the annual Service Impact Reports encompassing annual SU survey demonstrating how engagement/ involvement has improved delivery/outcomes
Contribute to any targeted campaigns led by the local authority commissioned marketing agency December 2010 2
To post regular content on social media, researching content ideas as required
Update social media, support health campaigns/promotions/event/open days
Conduct basic website tasks such as positing and modifying content
To collate, monitor and analyse data/information and statistics as required
To manage incoming marketing enquires from staff, the public and external suppliers and respond or distribute as appropriate
To liaise with our public relations and media agency as well as staff, including senior management, to sign off quotes and source case studies for media opportunities
To brief internal and external designers as appropriate
To proofread a variety of written material
To ensure all duties adhere to the charity’s brand guidelines
Regularly attend events and other organisations to promote referrals into the service
Training:
Multi-channel Marketer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Training Outcome:
Opportunities for training, career development, and progression
Employer Description:At Change Grow Live, we’re a charity dedicated to empowering individuals and creating lasting positive change in their lives. Guided by the values Be Open, Be Compassionate, and Be Bold, our team works to support people in changing the direction of their lives, growing as individuals, and living life to its fullest potential.Working Hours :Work flexibly across operational sites as required. Work flexibly within an agreed number of hours of work to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Our three-year Higher Apprenticeship Substations programme will train you to become an engineer in our substations. Here, we transform high-voltage electricity into low-voltage electricity, making it usable for homes and businesses.
During your training, you'll learn about
Testing equipment
Safety protocols
System protection and control
Substation refurbishment, maintenance, technical support, problem diagnosis, and fault fixing.
This job will have a significant impact on the transmission of electricity in England and Wales for the next 40 or 50 years. You'll be involved in maintenance work, asset replacement and refurbishment, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and connecting new customers. You'll also play a crucial role in integrating renewable energy sources like wind and solar farms into the transmission network.
As you progress, you may even commission new equipment and take on responsibilities for the safety of your co-workers. If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you'd like to be part of, we're very interested in talking to you!Training:Initially you will be at our National Training Centre in Eakring, Nottinghamshire for your Induction period which is around six weeks, then periodically for technical training.
In the first year, you will spend 70% of your time at the Eakring Training Centre with the remaining 30% on site (gathering site-based experience).
Year two will be 50/50 at Eakring and on site and in thethird year 70% on site and 30% at Eakring training centre.Training Outcome:By the end of the programme, you'll hold a Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Power Network Electrical Power Protection & Plant Commissioning Engineer, and most importantly, have a job waiting for you!Employer Description:National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt. The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Physical fitness,Reliable,Adaptable,Responsible,Safety....Read more...
Key Responsibilities
Maintain HR records, databases, and systems to ensure compliance with policies and CQC standards.Issue offer letters, contracts, and other HR documentation.Conduct Return to Work interviews and welfare checks as needed.
Support recruitment campaigns, screen candidates, and coordinate interviews.
Manage new starter documentation, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Assist with onboarding and induction processes.
Organise training sessions and maintain training records to ensure compliance with CQC requirements.
Complete HR audits, produce reports, and support governance processes.
Attend and minute HR-related meetings, including grievances and disciplinaries.
Training:Your HR Support Apprenticeship - Level 3 will be delivered through a blended learning approach, enabling you to integrate learning with work, whilst accessing online learning content and virtual learning sessions. You will also be supported by an existing member of the team who is already registered for this course with the same provider so you will have someone working alongside you to provide support and guidence if your ever unsure.
Entry Requirements: You don’t need academic qualifications to start working in a CIPD role but some employers will want you to have a good standard of education, such as GCSEs, including English and maths.Training Outcome:Following completion of the HR Apprentiship there are a number of established career routes, including progressing into a perminant HR Administrator role, or continuing learning to move into a Learning and Development or broader HR role. The skills gained are also transferrable to other admin and support opportunities. Employer Description:About Active Pathways
We provide high-quality mental health rehabilitation and learning disability services across Lancashire, Yorkshire and beyond. Over the past 20 years, we’ve built an outstanding reputation for supporting those with complex and enduring mental health needs and learning disabilities.
Our care reaches from in-patient services through to independent community living, collaborating closely with communities and commissioners alike.
We don’t compromise when it comes to providing person-centred and continuous care. Close partnerships with Local Authorities, ICBs and Foundation Trusts, enables us to offer a collaborative care pathway.
Our expertise spans both health and social care and allows us to support and empower individuals with complex needs. The pathway we create for each individual aims to arm them with hope and trust in their pathway and the people supporting them. The goal is simple, empowering them to make and maintain progress within their own community, develop vital skills and support their journey towards a more meaningful and fulfilling future.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.
1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
Our three-year Higher Apprenticeship Substations programme will train you to become an engineer in our substations. Here, we transform high-voltage electricity into low-voltage electricity, making it usable for homes and businesses.
During your training, you'll learn about
Testing equipment
Safety protocols
System protection and control
Substation refurbishment, maintenance, technical support, problem diagnosis, and fault fixing
This job will have a significant impact on the transmission of electricity in England and Wales for the next 40 or 50 years. You'll be involved in maintenance work, asset replacement and refurbishment, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and connecting new customers. You'll also play a crucial role in integrating renewable energy sources like wind and solar farms into the transmission network.
As you progress, you may even commission new equipment and take on responsibilities for the safety of your co-workers. If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you'd like to be part of, we're very interested in talking to you!Training:Initially you will be at our National Training Centre in Eakring, Nottinghamshire for your Induction period which is around six weeks, then periodically for technical training.
In the first year, you will spend 70% of your time at the Eakring Training Centre with the remaining 30% on site (gathering site-based experience).
Year two will be 50/50 at Eakring and on site and in thethird year 70% on site and 30% at Eakring training centre.Training Outcome:By the end of the programme, you'll hold a Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Power Network Electrical Power Protection & Plant Commissioning Engineer, and most importantly, have a job waiting for you!Employer Description:National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt. The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Physical fitness,Reliable,Adaptable,Responsible,Safety....Read more...
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician
Location: RotherhamSalary: £48300Hours: 3 on/3 off Shift Pattern Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician with a Mechanical Bias? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, we want you to join our team!We’re looking for a Mechanically Biased Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician to play a vital role in maintaining, repairing, and improving production equipment to the highest standards for one of our clients.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Responsibilities:
Diagnose and repair high-volume production machinery.Carry out mechanical installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs.Fabricate and work with sheet metal, welding, and brazing.Work on pneumatic systems using schematic drawings.Use precision tools such as micrometers, Verniers, and small hand tools.Interpret and work from detailed machine drawings.
Electrical Responsibilities:
Diagnose and repair high-volume CNC and PLC-controlled production machinery.Conduct fault finding on various machines, including plastic injection moulding machines, CNC grinders, assembly machines, heat treatment furnaces, and robotic lines.Perform electrical installations and preventive maintenance of plant and equipment.Undertake portable appliance testing and fixed wiring inspections (18th Edition and 2394/2395/2396 qualifications are advantageous).Interpret and work from detailed electrical machine drawings.
What We’re Looking For
Skills and Qualifications:
Mechanical:
Apprenticeship-trained mechanical fitter (HNC qualification is an advantage).5+ years of on-the-job experience.
General Skills:
Strong problem-solving skills with a logical and methodical approach.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong communication and organizational skills.Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Working Conditions:
PPE to be worn at all times.Adherence to factory Health & Safety regulations.Physical requirements include standing for long periods and lifting equipment.
Why Join Our Client?
Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art production equipment.Be part of a dynamic and collaborative team.Engage in continuous learning and career development.Excellent pension scheme
Ready to Apply?If you’re a motivated, skilled technician eager to contribute to a thriving production environment, we’d love to hear from you!Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. ....Read more...
The Role: Commissioning Engineer
Salary up to £55k DOE
33 Days Holiday (Incl stats)
Company Pension
PPE Supplied
Company Values Reward Scheme
My client is looking to recruit a controls biassed commissioning engineer, to form part of a dedicated team whose primary focus is to transition our automated equipment from completion of build through to customer inspection and sign-off. Managing Projects through to completion playing a large part in this role.
The Company
My client provides bespoke turnkey automation solutions offering their customers a complete one stop solution - from design to delivery.
Key Responsibilities
The following list is an indication of roles and responsibilities you will be expected to undertake as a successful commissioning engineer. The list is not exhaustive and intended as guidance only. Individual tasks vary depending on the type of technical support you are providing, but in general, you'll need to:
- Programme and modify control systems using PLCs, Servo drives, Robots, and other specialised controllers specific to customer requirements.
- Troubleshoot & adjust mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and controls equipment.
- Fault finding and operational assessment of mechanisms both in isolation and in complex form.
- Modifying systems through electrical, mechanical, pneumatic or software means to enhance performance.
- Identify opportunities to improve a system with a view to presenting these to other team members.
- Perform tests, using structured processes, to build a defined understanding of a mechanisms limitations.
- Record test results in suitable manner such that they can be used to support the necessity/direction of further work.
- Ensure records of all modifications are documented correctly.
- Provide proactive feedback to the project team to enable project progress to be determined.
- Participate in internal design reviews on existing or potential projects.
- You may be required to attend and work at customer premises throughout the UK and overseas.
The Right Person
The successful Commissioning Engineer will have the relevant vocational training or will have completed a recognised apprenticeship in an electrical or mechanical discipline as well as possessing the following attributes and skills:
- Experience programming Programmable Logic controllers (PLC), and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) using software such as Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Festo, Codesys, Siemens.
- Knowledge of setting up Servos, VFDs, Remote I/O, Ethernet and Profibus networks.
- Proven electrical, pneumatic, or mechanical experience within the automation industry.
- Ability to follow electrical and pneumatic schematic diagrams and drawings.
- Knowledge of 6 Axis Robot systems is preferred.
- Knowledge of script-based programming would be an advantage.
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3. Im interested but need to know more about what this job can offer me email jon@precisionsearch.uk with your CV and questions and I will reply with more detail.
Precision are committed to keeping our candidates informed and offer a guaranteed response within 7 days when applying through the application system.
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Mechanical Maintenance Manager – Hard Services Provider – Romford - up to 65K One of our long standing clients is currently looking to recruit a Mechanical Maintenance Manager to work as part of their busy estates team to help service and maintain one of their most important contracts based in Romford. They are looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager who will be able to provide a first class customer service and be able to organise, manage and motivate their engineering team; as well as supporting the senior management. The role will also be reporting directly to the Head of Estates who you will be working closely with on a day to day basis. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8-5 and the main duties of the role are as follows:Control of all mechanical services, together with management of all associated engineering contracts.Manage all statutory compliance.Control of all building services, infrastructure, maintenance and repairs.Assist with project management of any building refurbishment projects.Ensure that all plant, back up and monitoring systems are maintained in good functioning order at all times, including the testing of all essential systems on a regular basis and in accordance with any relevant legislation.Control of trouble-shooting engineering support.Day to day support and adjustment of infrastructure as required, including liaison with user groups, preparation of documentation for changes, approved appointment of contractors and site supervision.Control of all relevant outsourced contracts.Ensure all procedures are adhered to by all relevant contractors and in accordance with current legislation.Ensure frequent checks are carried out to ensure cost effectiveness against market trends and that value for money is realised for all services.Chair regular update meetings with all contract managers relevant to services provided.Management of Mechanical related ‘incidents/outages’Implement plans and actions through your leadership skill to identify and deliver additional work opportunities and technical solutionsProvide technical guidance and support as required to ensure Mechanical systems are maintained to a high standard and defects are swiftly identified and rectified.Effective co-ordination of available resources to achieve technical and innovative solutions.Lead the team to achieve sustainability objectives to improve energy consumption through operational enhancement, whilst seeking out efficient technologies and scoping proposals for considerationApplicants for this role must be able to meet the following criteria:Recognised apprenticeship and fully mechanically qualified to recognised level ie C&G, HNC/HND.Proven background in a hard services maintenance role. Previous experience and involvement in managing contractors. Experience of working within estate environments, hospitals, healthcare.A strong and committed team player capable of prioritising and solving problems often under pressure, utilising innovative solutions.Must be a team player committed to working in a quality and professional environment.Strong people management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.''....Read more...
Our team works across a wide variety of sectors in the construction industry with world leading blue chip clients, world beating sporting teams, Automotive OEM’s, ground-breaking R&D organisations, and some of the best academic research institutes with projects ranging from £20m to in excess of £600m.
Typical activities for the role include:
Assist with the day-to-day delivery of projects
Build relationships with clients
Develop project documentation and reporting
Identify and developing innovative solutions for clients
Produce reports to suit relevant stages of the projects
Assist with conducting feasibility studies, including site surveys, site investigation, site evaluation, etc
Monitor and report on contractor’s progress on site
Support the team in developing new business opportunities
Support the team managing existing client relationships
Attend meetings as appropriate
Training:You will be studying a Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship (APM) with Arden University.
In addition:
We’ll give you the structure you need to allocate the right amount of time to your studies, and your line manager will be focused on providing the right learning opportunities
You’ll become part of our Future Talent Community, connecting everyone on our programmes into a safe, supportive and enjoyable space. You’ll have opportunities to formally network with each other, as well as building your own connections on a personal level
A full variety of CPD opportunities including webinars, short courses and masterclasses
Allocated mentor to act as your trusted advisor throughout your programme
Tailored development plan to strengthen your soft skills and leadership
You’ll become a STEM ambassador
You’ll have a buddy to support you with the day-to-day aspects of working at Ridge, someone who has trodden the same path and you’ll feel comfortable talking to about the little things
Training Outcome:
We pride ourselves on a strong culture of internal development and progression. You will be supported towards becoming fully Chartered and will benefit from excellent opportunities to develop yourself and your career with a variety of courses, learning and workshops.
Employer Description:Ridge is a Built Environment Consultancy, helping our clients to create better places for people to live, learn and work. We are enabled by great people who are inspired and proud of what they do and respected for who they are.. We continually expand our expertise and nurture our talent – with a focus on quality, innovation and growth. Our multidiscipline team of 1,100+ people is based across 11 offices.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
The apprenticeship programme takes approximately three years to complete, and you’ll spend your first 12 weeks being inducted onto the programme at one of our Training Centres. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a Power Networks Craftsperson, achieving a City & Guilds Level 2 Qualification in Electrical Engineering. Your training will include periods of on-the-job training and development, learning from an experienced and qualified Overhead Linesperson. Following a formal assessment of your knowledge, skills and behaviours, you’ll become a qualified Overhead Linesperson yourself.
Overhead Linespersons are overhead line engineers who work at height constructing, maintaining, testing, repairing and replacing overhead lines and equipment.
You will represent National Grid and carry out work handed down by other areas of the business.
Join us, and we’ll see you participate in craft skills activities on the live LV network, on dead LV, HV and EHV circuits (live HV circuits if part of a Hot Glove team). You’ll help with network operations, connect generators and services and organise your own projects. You’ll also:
Construct and alter overhead lines, install pole mounted plant, run and terminate cables to plant and overhead lines
Carry out routine inspection, maintenance and repairs of overhead equipment
Record asset routes, details and positions
Record plant details
Locate and identify cables, test insulation, phasing and continuity on LV cables
Test earthing, voltage, phasing and phase rotation
Write outage requests and switching programmes for simple outages
Training Outcome:You’ll become a qualified Overhead Lines Person. Employer Description:We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts.
Net-zero targets are transforming the way we work and increasing the scope of the positive impact we can make. Right now, we’re looking for apprentices to join us.
Our people in Network Services work across a number of teams to keep the lights on for our customers. They might be helping a customer who has lost supply or supporting a developer building a multi-million pound project.
They maintain a 24/7 service from faults and maintenance, asset replacement to new connections, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts, their work is critical to everything we do.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 9am - 5:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Physical fitness,Adventurous,Safety awareness,Resilient....Read more...
Operations Support
Communicate with Flight Crew and Airport Duty Managers to answer general queries and keep them informed of changes to the flying programme
Accurately record delay information and ensure our system ‘AIMS’ is up to date
Actively participate in ‘Flight Watch’ to ensure the safe continued operation of the aircraft, considering enroute weather and air traffic control slot restrictions
Crewing Support
Answer roster queries and inform the crew of any changes to their roster
Ensure all flights are fully crewed using available standby resources, complying with all Flight Time Limitation regulations and Union agreements
Monitor aircraft movements and advise crew of any delays to the flying programme
Ensure all crew have checked in and call the crew from standby where required
Airport Support – London Heathrow
Process customers quickly and compliantly, with brilliant customer service at check-In and boarding
Support airport teams in managing gate processes and dealing with customer queries
Process customer upgrades or excess baggage charges
Customer Care Support
Write and send communications to customers, following our customer comms principles and the Virgin ‘tone of voice’ guidelines
Track customer misconnections and denied boarding
Rebook customer tickets as needed in times of disruption, including misconnections
Training:
Level 3 Aviation Ground Specialist Apprenticeship Certificate
Blended learning delivery, facilitated by our training provider, and internally. Consisting of weekly and monthly sessions (not block release):
Virgin Atlantic VHQ (Crawley)
Heathrow
Virtual learning sessions
Training Outcome:
We anticipate that during your 18-month contract, you will be able to secure a permanent role in one of our operational teams, that best suits you and your career ambitions in one of the following areas, Operations Support, Crewing Support or Customer Care Support
Opportunities to progress in the OCC, or even undertake further apprenticeships at Virgin are plentiful, for example in Aviation Operations Management
Employer Description:Richard Branson founded Virgin Atlantic in 1984 with the intention of shaking up the aviation industry. Since then, we’ve grown from a small team, one 747 plane and a single route, to a global network that employs thousands of wonderful people worldwide.
We’re not just your average airline. When it comes to our people, they’re a passionate lot, united in creating something different. It’s always been like this. It’s in our DNA, and it was ignited within us from the moment we started flying.Working Hours :Full Time, shift work (typically working 3 days/nights on, 3 days/nights off).
Between VHQ, Crawley, and Heathrow (Hours/Days TBC).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
This exciting new opportunity will involve becoming a team member integrating into our existing teams, completing removals for both Domestic and business customers, whilst completing your 13-month, Level 2 Porter training then working towards your HGV CAT C (class2) entitlement. The programme is with a leading training provider and the British Association of Removers.
Your day-to-day role will involve visiting Homes and Businesses, helping our customers move all over North Yorkshire and the UK.
This career opportunity is suitable to both experienced removal porters looking to take the next step with their careers as well as someone looking to start their career journey with Archers removals.
Here’s how our porter to HGV driver career pathway works:
1. You start as a removals operative Trainee. You’ll learn how the removals industry operates, develop practical skills and specialist knowledge, and accompany our trained drivers out on the road.
2. At the end of your first year, you will of successfully completed your porter training
3. we then enrol you on a LGV Training program, where you’ll learn to drive a Cat C (class 2) removal truckTraining:You will be expected to complete monthly online training to develop skills and knowledge around your role. Also, you will be required to achieve your functional skills in Maths and English at Level 1, only if the candidate does not hold GCSE’s Level 4 or equivalent. (Evidence is required). Your role will be based at P.W Archer & Son Ltd Springwell Lane, Northallerton, DL7 8QPTraining Outcome:After you complete this apprenticeship, your duties and responsibilities will align with your next training and development phase to continue your career journey.Employer Description:We are a 4th generation family business with over 100 years’ experience in household removals, office removals, haulage and data destruction.
Over the years Archers Removals has built up extensive knowledge of removals, haulage and data destruction, building on relationships that have grown over the years. These relationships are maintained as a result of an excellent service delivery. Delivering a service that we would expect to receive: one that’s based on traditional family values, proven standards and a blend of price and quality.
Archers work hard to maintain its accreditations, ISO 9001 quality management, ISO 14001 environmental management, ISO 22301 business continuity planning management, BS 8522 commercial moving and BS EN 15713 for secure destruction of confidential material.
Our services cover North Yorkshire, Teesside, Durham and the UK. We will do our best to ensure that the service delivered is a pleasant experience.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, overtime when required.
Nights out when required for work schedules. (Hotel room supplied and meal allowance).Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Physical fitness,UK Driving Licence,Polite,Courteous,Professional....Read more...
The apprenticeship programme takes approximately three years to complete, and you’ll spend your first 12 weeks being inducted onto the programme at one of our Training Centres. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a Power Networks Craftsperson, achieving a City & Guilds Level 2 Qualification in Electrical Engineering.
Your Training will include periods of on-the-job training and development, learning from an experienced and qualified Jointer. Following a formal assessment of your knowledge, skills and behaviours, you’ll become a qualified Jointer yourself.
Jointers are underground cable engineers who carry out excavation, cable laying, reinstatement and fault location on LV cables.
You will represent National Grid and carry out work handed down by other areas of the business.
Join us, and we’ll see you participate in craft skills activities on the LV, HV and EHV (Low, High & Extremely high voltage) network. You’ll help with network operations, connect generators and services and organise your own projects. You’ll also:
Construct distribution substations, excavate, lay and joint cables, and terminate cables to plant
Carry out routine inspection, locate faults and carry out repairs on underground cables and equipment
Record asset details and positions
Locate and identify cables, test insulation, phasing and continuity
Test earthing, voltage, phasing and phase rotation
Carry out switching operations on the LV network
Connect Generators
Organise your own projects
Training Outcome:You’ll become a qualified Jointer. Employer Description:We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts.
Net-zero targets are transforming the way we work and increasing the scope of the positive impact we can make. Right now, we’re looking for apprentices to join us.
Our people in Network Services work across a number of teams to keep the lights on for our customers. They might be helping a customer who has lost supply or supporting a developer building a multi-million pound project.
They maintain a 24/7 service from faults and maintenance, asset replacement to new connections, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts, their work is critical to everything we do.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Physical fitness,Adventurous,Safety awareness,Resilient....Read more...
The apprenticeship programme takes approximately three years to complete, and you’ll spend your first 12 weeks being inducted onto the programme at one of our Training Centres. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a Power Networks Craftsperson, achieving a City & Guilds Level 2 Qualification in Electrical Engineering.
Your Training will include periods of on-the-job training and development, learning from an experienced and qualified Overhead Linesperson. Following a formal assessment of your knowledge, skills and behaviours, you’ll become a qualified Overhead Linesperson yourself.
Overhead Linespersons are overhead line engineers who work at height constructing, maintaining, testing, repairing and replacing overhead lines and equipment.
You will represent National Grid and carry out work handed down by other areas of the business.
Join us, and we’ll see you participate in craft skills activities on the live LV network, on dead LV, HV and EHV circuits (live HV circuits if part of a Hot Glove team). You’ll help with network operations, connect generators and services and organise your own projects. You’ll also:
Construct and alter overhead lines, install pole mounted plant, run and terminate cables to plant and overhead lines
Carry out routine inspection, maintenance and repairs of overhead equipment
Record asset routes, details and positions
Record plant details
Locate and identify cables, test insulation, phasing and continuity on LV cables
Test earthing, voltage, phasing and phase rotation
Write outage requests and switching programmes for simple outages
Training Outcome:You’ll become a qualified Overhead Lines Person. Employer Description:We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts.
Net-zero targets are transforming the way we work and increasing the scope of the positive impact we can make. Right now, we’re looking for apprentices to join us.
Our people in Network Services work across a number of teams to keep the lights on for our customers. They might be helping a customer who has lost supply or supporting a developer building a multi-million pound project.
They maintain a 24/7 service from faults and maintenance, asset replacement to new connections, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts, their work is critical to everything we do.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Physical fitness,Adventurous,Safety awareness,Resilient....Read more...
Social Media Management:
Assist in creating, scheduling, and posting content on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Monitor and respond to comments to engage with followers and foster community interaction.
Design and Content Creation:
Use tools like Canva to design simple graphics and images for online content.
Assist in designing printed materials such as brochures, posters, and patient leaflets to support patient engagement.
Email Marketing:
Assist in organising and maintaining patient email lists to ensure they are current and accurately segmented for targeted communications.
Support in drafting and scheduling email campaigns to promote services and inform patients.
Website Updates:
Assist with updating and maintaining website content, ensuring accuracy and relevance for our patients.
Help keep website content engaging and reflective of Damira Dental Studios' patient-first approach.
Print Materials Coordination:
Oversee the ordering of print marketing materials, including flyers, posters, and patient information leaflets.
Work closely with vendors to manage timelines and ensure quality standards.
Internal Branding Support:
Help maintain brand consistency across all internal communications.
Ensure that brand guidelines are adhered to within the company to reinforce a unified identity.
Skills and Qualifications:
Interest in marketing, social media, and brand development.
Familiarity with design tools, particularly Canva, is a plus.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Training:
In addition to gaining practical experience in the role, you will also wokr towards a multi channel marketer level 3 qualification, which will help start your career and give you an insight into the businesses processes and procedures.
Our training is all completed remotely via teams with a development coach who will be available for support 24/7 and will arrange weekly/fortnightly meetings with you.
You receive 20% off the job training during this apprenticeship which is included in your weekly working hours.
Training Outcome:A full-time role within a growing business. Employer Description:With 42 dental practices across the UK, Damira Dental Studios is re-imagining what the dental experience can be and proudly setting a new standard for NHS and Private patient care. We strive to provide the highest level of dental care for smiles of all ages.Working Hours :8:30AM — 4:30PM.
30 Minute Lunch Break.
Office Based.
Days to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Tech savvy,Personable and friendly,Adaptable and flexible,Passion for social media,Proactive....Read more...
Extra £1000 for every successful 3 month period, £120 Weekly travel allowance (if over 50 miles from Leeds), frequent overtime, access to the on-site gym & canteen, 33 holidays (pro-rata), overtime paid at 150% and the opportunity to work on impressive projects & products are just a few of the perks that the Electrical Fitter will enjoy whilst working with this impressive manufacturing business.
This award-winning organisation was recently ranked as one the top 25 Engineering employers world-wide. Since their establishment over 160 years ago, they have become a household name within a number of high-profile industries including Oil & Gas and Power Generation, and now employ over 15,000 people across 180 facilities world-wide.
Because of heightened workload, this employer is actively searching for several Electrical Fitter to join their team on a contract basis. This will involve working as part of a skilled team responsible for the installation of cable, control systems and various types of instrumentation onto bespoke machinery.
Their UK flagship facility is based in LEEDS, just a few miles from the M1 & M62 motorways, meaning that the successful Electrical Fitter can easily commute from Wakefield, Bradford, Selby, Castleford, Pontefract, Huddersfield, Wetherby and Harrogate.
For the Electrical Fitter position, we are keen to hear from individuals who possess the following:
Formal qualifications within a relevant discipline (apprenticeship, NVQ/BTEC/City & Guilds Level 3, HNC, HND etc.) and IDEALLY 18th edition qualification
Previous experience working within an engineering, production, factory, industrial or manufacturing environment
The ability to read, interpret and work directly from schematics & drawings
ADVANTAGEOUS: Previous experience working with armoured cable
The Electrical Fitter will be able to choose between the following shifts:
Days:
Monday to Thursday - 07:00 to 15:30
Friday – 07:00 to 12:30
Nights:
Monday to Thursday – 21:15 to 07:15
In return, the Electrical Fitter will receive:
Pay Rates: PAYE: DAYS: £20.00 or UMBRELLA PAYE: £26.46 / NIGHTS: PAYE: £25.79 / UMBRELLA PAYE: £34.65
Incentive Payment: £1,000.00 for every successful 3 month period worked
Overtime: Frequently available paid at time & a half and double time (Sundays only)
Travel Allowance: £120 Weekly payment for individuals based over 50 miles from the Leeds facility
Assignment Duration: 3 Month rolling assignment (often extended and sometimes offered permanent, but not guaranteed)
To apply for the Electrical Fitter position, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information.....Read more...
To effectively deliver the EYFS ensuring that the individual needs and interest of children in the setting are met (in conjunction with other team members)
To keep records of your key children's development and learning journeys and share with parents, carers and other key adults in the child's life
Support all staff and engage in a good staff team
To develop and maintain strong partnerships and communication with parents/carers to facilitate day-to-day caring and early learning needs
To ensure the provision of a high-quality environment to meet the needs of individual children having an awareness of any disabilities, family cultures and medical histories
To advise the manager/deputy of any concerns, e.g. over children, parents, the safety of the environment, preserving confidentiality as necessary
To be involved in out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, summer fayre, etc
To be flexible within working practices of the setting, undertaking other responsible duties where needed, such as domestic tasks, preparation of snack meals, cleansing of equipment, etc
To work alongside the manager and staff team to ensure that the setting's philosophy is fulfilled
To read, understand and adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to your role and the safe running of the setting
Training:
Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
Apprentices must successfully complete a Level 3 Award in:
Paediatric First Aid (RQF) or Level 3 Award in Emergency Paediatric First Aid (RQF)
Training Outcome:
For the successful candidate there is the possibility of ongoing employment upon completion of the relevant qualificationAn apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence
Employer Description:At Little Dragonfly's, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for children from birth to preschool. Our experienced staff takes great pride in ensuring the safety and well-being of every child in our care. With a progressive and holistic early childhood education philosophy, we understand that each child is unique and has their own needs and interests. We provide the tools and environment for your child to thrive and reach their full potential. Through a variety of indoor and outdoor learning experiences, we encourage self-awareness and a sense of the world around them. When your child leaves Little Dragonfly's, they will be fully prepared for the next stage of their young livesWorking Hours :Monday - Friday. Opening times are 7.30am - 6.00pm. Hours to be confirmed.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
The apprenticeship programme takes approximately three years to complete, and you’ll spend your first 12 weeks being inducted onto the programme at one of our Training Centres. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a Power Networks Craftsperson, achieving a City & Guilds Level 2 Qualification in Electrical Engineering. Your training will include periods of on-the-job training and development, learning from an experienced and qualified Fitter. Following a formal assessment of your knowledge, skills and behaviours, you’ll become a qualified Fitter yourself.
A Power Networks Fitter has responsibility for the safe construction, maintenance and repair of the electrical power network. You’ll work on distribution systems up to 66kV (or 132kV if in a Projects team). Fitters are fitting engineers who work in and around substations, using electrical knowledge and skills to install and maintain high voltage plant and apparatus including transformers, switchgear, and cable terminations.
You will represent National Grid and carry out work handed down by other areas of the business.
Join us, and we’ll see you participate in craft skills activities on the live LV network, on dead LV, HV and EHV circuits (live HV circuits if part of a Hot Glove team). You’ll help with network operations. You’ll also:
Construct distribution substations, install plant
Carry out routine inspection, maintenance and repairs of substation and protection equipment
Install and terminate secondary wiring (small wiring)
Record asset routes, details and positions
Record plant details
Test earthing, voltage, phasing and phase rotation
Write outage requests and switching programmes for simple outages
Training Outcome:You’ll become a qualified Fitter. Employer Description:We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts.
Net-zero targets are transforming the way we work and increasing the scope of the positive impact we can make. Right now, we’re looking for apprentices to join us.
Our people in Network Services work across a number of teams to keep the lights on for our customers. They might be helping a customer who has lost supply or supporting a developer building a multi-million pound project.
They maintain a 24/7 service from faults and maintenance, asset replacement to new connections, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts, their work is critical to everything we do.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between 9am - 5:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Physical fitness,Adventurous,Safety awareness,Resilient....Read more...
National Grid Interconnectors is at the heart of UK’s transition to our net zero energy future, operating a number of HVDC interconnectors that connect the UK’s energy system to some of our closest neighbours, allowing energy to be imported to and exported from the UK. As well as already owning a portfolio of HVDC Interconnectors, we’re working on developing new projects to ensure that we can meet the UK’s future demands for greener energy solutions.
Our Operations Cyber Security team are responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operational running of the HVDC Interconnectors 24 hours, 365 days per year. They have a critical role in ensuring the highest level of operational performance.
While on the Apprenticeship Programme, you will:
Apply cyber security system controls to protect systems, information, data & individuals from cyber attacks
Help prevent data breaches by creating, implementing and monitoring security systems and features
Maintain the security posture of systems to protect assets and comply with regulations
Act as a point of contact and specialist support to key operational teams
Performing regular tasks to ensure the operability and security of key systems – access management, backups, testing etc.
Performing technical security assessments, design reviews and compliance audits
Defining, implementing and enforcing security policies and best practices
Assisting in ensuring systems are secure by design and effectively tested, deployed & maintained
Maintain an understanding of the threat landscape and adapt security response accordingly
Support incident management processes to ensure response is optimal
Training:Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the programme, you will join National Grid as a Project Manager.Employer Description:National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, and our people are at the heart of National Grid. We’re 30,000 colleagues strong. In the UK, National Grid don’t generate or sell energy – we join the dots to get energy from A to B. From making a cup of tea in the morning, to keeping the lights on in hospitals, our electricity network puts power in the hands of people. Without it, the world as we know it would grind to a halt. The world of energy is changing beyond recognition as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in the UK – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.Working Hours :Monday – Friday, daytime hours (0800-1600, 0900-1700).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Patience,Adaptable,Safety,Reliable,Responsible....Read more...
Servicing clients within the Northeast and Southwest of London, this role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing business where you will have access to an excellent benefits package such as 32 days holiday (including bank holidays), overtime paid at 1.33x – 2x, company vehicle with fuel allowance and expenses paid for and comprehensive training provided.
This global manufacturing business employs over 200 people in the UK alone producing a variety of bespoke equipment in excess of over 100 Years knowledge and experience in their field. Due to continued growth within the business, they are now looking to recruit an additional Field Service Engineer to support the servicing and maintenance of their contracts across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Hertfordshire.
Roles & Responsibilities as a Field Service Engineer are:
Perform servicing and maintenance of all the equipment on client sites.
Conduct inspections, prepare reports, and provide necessary recommendations.
Maintain accurate servicing records in accordance with company protocols.
Adhere to all safety procedures and business regulations without exception.
Foster teamwork and cooperation across all levels of the organisation.
Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, internal departments, and customers regarding work instructions and requirements.
Adapt to varying work duties and tasks as needed to meet business demands.
I would love to see CV’s from candidates who have:
A formal qualification within Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC, HNC or HND etc.)
Previous experience working as a Field Service Engineer, Field Service Technician, Field Support Engineer, Service Engineer or similar
Previous experience maintaining industrial machinery within a Manufacturing and/or Fabrication environment - preferred
A full UK driving licence – essential requirement
Flexibility to occasionally work away from home.
Benefits Included for a Field Service Engineer are:
Annual Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum – Depending on Experience
Pension – 5% employee - 3% employer
Holidays – 24 days (plus 8 bank holidays), accruing an additional day a year up to 28 days.
6x Life Assurance/Death In Service
Company Van and Fuel Allowance
Company Tablet and Mobile Phone
All power tools and specialist testing equipment supplied
Meal Allowance - £5 per meal
Overtime at varied rates (x1.33 Monday to Friday, x1.5 on a Saturday, and x2 on a Sunday/Bank Holiday)
Company Sick Pay after 6 months of employment – 2 weeks on full pay/4 weeks on half pay
EAP Scheme – 6 sessions of free counselling.
Eye Test Vouchers - £50 off glasses
Free Financial Advisor Appointments
Ongoing extensive training from day 1
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