Apprentice Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated apprentice to join our dynamic team During the first two years, as you work towards obtaining your apprenticeship qualifications, we will assess the areas in which you may excel You will learn all about our equipment with training provided onsite and at our HQ in Italy. A second language in French or Italian would be useful, but not essential We are looking for an individual who can grasp the technical aspects and processes of our equipment, providing a strong foundation for success in any area of our business, whether in sales or on the service side During your training, you will be expected to assist other engineers on-site across the UK. Therefore, you must be prepared to undertake regional assignments as required

Training:

Formal training is delivered at HWGTA located in Worcester (WR4 9GN):

Duration approximately 40-45 months.

Years 1/2 is a combination of off-the-job training at HWGTA Training Centre as well as training on-site with your employer. This includes 26-42 weeks within the training centre plus 1 day per week in a classroom setting to cover practical and theory aspects and complete EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering - Development Knowledge.

Years 3/4 based full time in company developing skills in preparation for the end-point assessment to gain your Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Level 3 qualification.

Additional training for functional skills in English and Maths will be undertaken if needed.

There is also a five-day teambuilding residential trip that is held in the spring of each year and offered to all apprentices on the programme.

Training Outcome:

It all depends on you! There are opportunities in sales, service, software and technical support.

Employer Description:
Piovan Group is a world leader in the development and production of systems for the automation of production processes for the storage, transport and treatment of polymers, plastic and food powders. With our 90th year coming up we have a wealth of expertise and knowledge of the plastics industry. Our subsidiary is based in Bromsgrove (Soon to be Redditch, due to company growth) and has been here for 20 years supporting the UK and Ireland customers.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Willingness to Learn,Ability to follow instructions