Construction (Carpentry) Apprentice

You will be working outside, carrying out maintenance and repair works under guidance from our construction teams. You’ll learn how to work as part of a team by contributing towards the delivery of the annual winter stoppage programme when much of our main construction work is undertaken. During your time, you will also learn about the importance of the work we do, lock gate changes, patching and repairs.

A wide range of maintenance and repair works across our network namely carpentry tasks associated with lock gate changing and fitting It’s important to realise that although this is a carpentry apprenticeship this is just one part of the role. Our construction apprentices are shown skills across all areas of construction with the aim of supporting you to become multi-skilled. We will provide you with opportunities within our yards and workshops, and placements internally and externally to really hone your skills As our repairs often involve sensitive heritage or environment solutions, you will get exposure to this. We’ll provide you with some basic conservations and heritage knowledge and you will get the opportunity to hear from our heritage advisor Undertaking work in a productive and efficient manner delivering the work to the correct standard and agreed programme Ensuring that inclusion and diversity are integrated into all aspects of Trust life and promoting inclusion by challenging behaviour, practices, actions, or decisions that are counter to the objectives of the Trust Displaying the Trust values and behaviours always

Training:
Our apprentices complete a Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship Functional Skills in English and maths if required As a Trust apprentice, you will complete your apprenticeship training both on and off-the-job, through in-house training and block attendance at our chosen training provider based in Worcester All college related travel costs are paid for by the Trust

Training Outcome:
We are fully committed to supporting all of our apprentices during their training We truly value their contribution to the Trust and plan our recruitment to match progression opportunities Once the apprenticeship is completed and your work on site is to a satisfactory level, we aim to offer ongoing employment opportunities with us

Employer Description:
We’re the charity helping millions of people feel happier and healthier by spending more time on and along our canals and rivers. Our rich and tranquil spaces provide places to walk, jog, bike, boat and rest. It takes an extraordinary team to bring our waterways to life and that’s where you come in.

Working Hours :
You will work around 40 hours per week based on a rota which will be issued in advance and may include some evenings and/or weekends (TBC).

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Physical fitness