Laboratory Technician Apprentice Level 3 - Vacuum Processing

Work under the guidance and support of a team of vacuum technicians, vacuum engineers and vacuum scientists  Work safely and in line with established safety measures in the lab on a day-to-day basis  Inspection of vacuum components  Processing of vacuum components through a multistage system, including precision heat treatment, surface preparation through some large cleaning tanks and use of high-tech instrumentation such as total & partial pressure gauges  Building vacuum systems from components and using those systems to meet project vacuum requirements Operation of all cleaners, Ultrasound Degreaser, drying ovens, Solvent Recipe, Gas Analysers and follow fault reporting procedures  Follow internal Standard Operating Procedures Perform calibration and routine maintenance of laboratory instruments and other aspects of laboratory maintenance   

Training:

Through the training provider, Cogent Skills, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship which will include: 

Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification - Level 3 Laboratory Technician 

On-the-job competency training Theoretical knowledge - BTEC Level 3 Applied Science with additional training in Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow, and Principles of Process Control and Fault Diagnosis You will be required to attend and complete the required training courses, which will also include a 4-day residential block for one of the BTEC units For more information on the apprenticeship standard please visit - https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/laboratory-technician-v1-2 

Training Outcome:

You’ll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you’ll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you’ll discover just what a difference you can make when you’re equipped and inspired to excel.

STFC employees are able to access a multitude of training opporutnities including upskill apprenticeships.

Employer Description:
As one of Europe’s largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We’re proud of the impact we make. And we’re committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You’ll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you’ll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you’ll discover just what a difference you can make when you’re equipped and inspired to excel. We’re a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don’t, ask questions that others won’t, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it’s at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It’s very often ground-breaking. And it’s endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday Typically 8:30am- 4:30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working