Process Operations Apprentice

The successful candidate will be trained to a high level in all aspects of operating an energy from waste plant, safely, responsibly and profitably including:-

·         The receiving and consigning waste and by products,

·         Driving and operating heavy mobile plant and cranes,

·         Operation of process plant, including the incinerator, compressors, turbines, generators, boilers, conveyors, shredders, fans, valves, turbines and pollution control equipment,

·         Carrying out operational inspections, checks, routine and in addition carrying out first line maintenance and inspections.

·         Fault finding; learning to use a logical approach in finding defects and causes for failures in various equipment.

·         Trained to work safely: write risk assessments and procedures in order to work safely.

·         Be part of a motivated and successful team.

The apprentice who will be trained to be part of a successful team operating an Energy from Waste facility.

Training:

Studying to complete a Level 3 Maintenance and operations engineering technician apprenticeship standard, delivered by Humberside Engineering Training Association (HETA) Limited.

Training Outcome:

The first year of the Apprenticeship will be spent at HETA in Hull. FCC will pay for accommodation including all bills. The accommodation has Gym, workspace, on site parking and wifi. In addition a weekly food allowance is also given. From there, the right candidate may progress on with the company in a permanent role.

Employer Description:
As one of the UK’s leading recycling and waste management companies, employing key workers in the environmental sector, we take pride in recycling and reusing as much of the nation’s waste as possible. Waste that cannot be recycled is transformed into energy; only waste which cannot be processed for further use is sent to landfill. FCC Environment offers a flexible, supportive workplace that is built around your health, safety, and career development. Whether you are looking to start an apprenticeship, join our graduate programme, or bring your existing skills and knowledge to us, we have a wide variety of roles and opportunities, from HGV drivers to engineers.

Working Hours :
37.5 hours per week

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,Physical fitness