V03092 - Advanced Apprentice Plumber (Site & Facilities)

Join our team as an Apprentice Maintenance Plumber and be part of an exciting period of growth within our safety-critical environment. You'll gain comprehensive training and hands-on experience in a wide range of plumbing systems and technologies. Throughout the apprenticeship, you'll work with various water and industrial gas systems, including oxygen, argon, and CO2 pipework. You’ll be trained in natural gas and LPG (Propane) to service and repair domestic and commercial appliances, such as boilers, air handling units, and humidifiers.

As an apprentice, you’ll develop skills in working with small to large bore pipework using different materials and jointing methods, including soldering and compression. Your role will involve conducting regular maintenance, both planned and reactive, to ensure the smooth operation of all equipment and systems. You’ll also play a crucial part in improving plant performance, supporting production teams, and adhering to Health & Safety best practices.

Your training will cover a variety of tasks, such as installing pipework with various fittings, performing oxygen odourise monitoring, and working with high-pressure air compressors and pneumatic systems. You’ll also gain experience in specialised areas like Legionella prevention, fire sprinkler systems, and seawater cooling systems.

Day-to-day duties will include:

Repairs and maintenance of plumbing fixtures Installation of commercial pipework Testing and purging of gas systems Additionally, you’ll work with a range of testing equipment, including anemometers, chlorine meters, and gas monitors

It's a fantastic time to join us with incredible opportunities ahead and this apprenticeship is perfect for those beginning their careers or considering a career change. 

Training:

Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying

Training Outcome:
Approximately 95% of apprentices choose to stay on with us. As a global business there are a world of opportunities – whether you decide to stay in the UK, or explore an overseas role

Employer Description:
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 people in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

Working Hours :
Shifts to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working