25-0020 Mechanical Maintenance Apprentice

Role & responsibilities:

Ensure that all work is completed to a high standard, whilst complying with the Company’s Health and Safety requirements to ensure the safety of yourself and others To conduct risk assessments on all jobs in the form of 'Take Two’ Communicate effectively with peers and management To work as part of the Maintenance Team ensuring all equipment is operating efficiently and safely Become fluent in the Company TPM maintenance system (Total Productive Maintenance) to ensure efficient running of plant assets Ensure that the working area is clean and tidy on completion of any job/task To install and maintain new and existing equipment, whilst ensuring production is not interrupted To put forward and communicate ideas and get involved with plant improvement

Health, Safety & Environment

Ensure compliance with the company’s health and safety and environmental policies, ensuring these are understood and upheld Ensure that you are always equipped with the correct personal protective equipment and is properly looked after and maintained Ensure that all accidents are reported and recorded in the accident book Ensure any spillages are cleared up immediately and the correct emergency equipment is always available

Training:

You will study on a Level 3 Machining technician apprenticeship. On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Level 3 standard.

During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the Training Centre for one day a week for knowledge study.

Training Outcome:

Completion of the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications which are acknowledged and respected by employers across the world. These can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors worldwide.

Employer Description:
This is a great opportunity for apprentices to get hands on experience in the foundry industry in a British owned company competing in a global market in business for over 150 years. William Lee makes iron castings for a wide variety of international customers including BMW, Mercedes, Daimler, Borg, Castings and GT. With four foundries on site and over 400 personnel, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to learn about the company as a whole and you will be mentored directly by our skilled team while studying a Level 3 qualification with our training provider, AMRC Training Centre.

Working Hours :
You will work Monday to Friday. Your start and finish times including your shift pattern will be determined by the employing company.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills