Apprentice Production Technician

VPI Shoreham 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 in either Engineering Technician Apprenticeship standard or Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Standard (Dependant on location), 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 GBMC 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

*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 Failure to respond to communications will result in your application being withdrawn.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:

Engineering Technician Level 3. 

Training for this apprenticeship will be delivered by Greater Brighton Metropolitan College, at their Chichester or Northbrook Metropolitan College Campus, depending on home location of the apprentice.

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.

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 three 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