Apprentice Production Technician

VPI Damhead are looking for an apprentice to train alongside our existing, experienced team.  As an apprentice you will study a range of programmes working towards a Level 3 Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship standard, covering a variety of skills and qualifications while earning a wage and completing invaluable practical skills in industry. You will be working alongside a mentor and assisting the experienced process shift team with the following duties:

Main Duties and responsibilities.

Start-up & shutdown the plant process as per operating procedures Operating the plant and process within the set production and safety parameters Take samples as per the sampling schedule and procedure Complete daily logs and make notes of operational events and communicate to the Shift Team Leader and oncoming shift team Assist in the return to service of new plant and equipment Assisting in carrying out permit to work isolations, de-isolations Report any Health & Safety issues / incidents Report any Engineering issues Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained on plant

Other responsibilities:

Ensure correct stock control of any raw materials used on plant Ensure control of emergency equipment and PPE in the area Ensure correct control of any waste streams and assist in the management of the controlled waste zone
 

Due to Health and Safety requirements for shift working, all apprentices must be 18 years of age by April 2025 when they leave their studies at IPS continue their apprenticeships on site.

What we can offer you

Competitive apprenticeship salary Exceptional training and development programme 25 days holiday + bank holidays A Flexible programme that is employer led with bespoke training modules Exceptional reward and recognition events Additional Training and Development Plans – see details below

The role will occasionally involve some working at height, work within in confined spaces, and work with PPE required when working with chemicals.  Specific training will be provided for these aspects of the role.

*New applicants who meet the entry requirements of the role will be contacted by the Apprentice Employment Agency team to discuss your application and the apprenticeship in further detail. Please ensure you provide up to date contact details and check your junk in case of redirected emails. Failure to respond to communications will result in your application being withdrawn.

Training:

Level 3 Maintenance and Operations engineering technician

Engineering technicians in the wider advanced manufacturing and Engineering Sector take responsibility of quality and accuracy within the limits of their personal authority. Demonstrate a core set of behaviours in order to be competent in their job role and complement wider business strategy and development.

The delivery of this Apprenticeship Standard requires a full year off the job training at the

IPS Training centre. Within the first year the Apprentice will attend four days in the week, completing practical skills within the IPS Rochester workshop (foundation competence units) and they will attend one day a week, studying the Technical Certificate. In Year 2 the Apprentice moves to day release and will attend the Training Centre one day a week to continue the Technical Certificate, continuing until they are ready for End Point Assessment in Year 3. The Apprentice will continue to receive regular training contact with IPS all throughout the programme.

Core Knowledge:

 A Technician will understand:

First principles relating to the operation and maintenance of appropriate plant and equipment Relevant industry health and safety standards, regulations, and environmental and regulatory requirements Maintenance and operational practices, processes and procedures covering a range of plant and equipment The relevant engineering theories and principles relative to their occupation

Core Skills:

A Technician will apply their knowledge of plant and systems to safely perform maintenance and operational activities with minimum supervision. This will require them to:

Comply with industry health, safety and environmental working practices and regulations Locate, and rectify faults on plant and equipment Communicate with and provide information to stakeholders in line with personal role and responsibilities Read, understand and interpret information and work in compliance with technical specifications and supporting documentation Prepare work areas to undertake work related activities and reinstate those areas after the completion of the work-related activities Inspect and maintain appropriate plant and equipment to meet operational requirements Assess and test the performance and condition of plant and equipment, and communicate, handover and confirm that the appropriate engineering process has been completed to specification.

Successful achievement of the end-point assessment will lead to final certification of the apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

Progression subject to performance, the position comes with personal development throughout your career with VPI and support to deliver the businesses objectives. Support to study and achieve an H.N.C. in a relevant operations discipline within 3 years.

Employer Description:
An apprenticeship with VPI is a great opportunity to put both theoretical and practical learning into practise. We are one of the largest energy producers in the UK with five operational Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) sites totalling a fleet capacity of 3,119 Megawatts. This is an apprenticeship where you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference. Not only will you learn valuable skills as you start out on your career, but you will also be doing so in one of our CCGT sites that provides required power and stability to the national grid.

Working Hours :
(08:00 – 16:00) Monday to Friday

Skills:
Communication 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