Plumbing and Heating Apprentice

Hands-on experience working within customers’ homes learning:

Plumbing, Heating, Gas, Oil & LPG General plumbing repairs & maintenance Central heating servicing & installation Boiler servicing & installation Bathrooms & kitchen installation Assist skilled plumbers in various plumbing tasks learning from their experience Planning, selecting, sizing, preparatory work, installation, testing and commissioning, fault finding, diagnostics, rectification, routine service and maintenance, decommission etc. Select the required materials to carry out the work Precision measuring, marking, cutting, and installing components Learn the process of understanding and interpreting technical drawings and work in accordance with specifications Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed Plan and carry out work to the required standards of quality and speed Use of hand tools, portable power tools and equipment Work safely and be aware of key health, safety, and welfare issues. Follow health & safety policy and procedures for using various tools, equipment and materials including the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) where needed Maintain a clean and organised work environment Move, handle and store resources, such as materials complying with relevant legislation & guidance
Interpret and follow verbal and written work instructions from trade supervisors and managers Uphold high standards of craftsmanship and attention to detail May be asked to assist in other areas of the site (i.e. cleaning and general labouring) Opportunities to watch other trades. This is beneficial to learn the sequence of work on building projects

Training:

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

Apprentices will Train in the workplace and attend college 1 day per week College will depend on location We are looking to recruit in Newbury, Basingstoke, Andover, Aylesbury, Witney Maidenhead and Slough Please do not apply if you don’t live in these areas

Training Outcome:
Senior plumber position & gas engineer Site supervisor Site manager Project Manager

Employer Description:
We are a large company that carries out Plumbing work on New Build properties for builders such as Berkley, Taylor Wimpey, Bellways and Pye Homes. We also have a maintenance and servicing team and Apprentices will spend some time working with both departments.

Working Hours :
8 Hours per day, Start time is dependant on site, but usually 7.30am. 1 Hour lunch Break. Finish time and days to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness