Apprentice Mechanical Fitter

As our Apprentice Mechanical Fitter, you will work to develop competence in: 

Attending scheduled maintenance activities to identify and fix potential problems before they become catastrophic.  Carrying out Regular checks for damage or wear, and to ensure that equipment is working properly.  Cleaning and lubricating assets to ensure they are fit for purpose and working within guidelines.  Attending breakdowns, Identifying the cause of a problem using diagnostic tools as well as fixing broken parts or replacing defective components.  There will also be the role of ensuring mechanical parts are in a safe working condition this will include communicating any issues to other Technical Experts.  Utilising I.T. equipment to provide updates on job roles.  Following health and safety practices and attending relevant training. 

Training:
The training is at Appris college on a day release basis for the first two years of the apprenticeship. The remainder of the apprenticeship is focussed on building a portoflio of evidence based on competence. 

Training Outcome:
The role comes with a progression plan linked to pay increases. There is also the opportunity to expand technical expertise and leadership skills across the organisation. 

Employer Description:
Our Funded Learning team work closely with teams across the business to offer as many quality opportunities as possible to support the building of knowledge, skills and behaviours for our learners to use in the workplace. Each apprentice will benefit from a support network including former apprentices who have been on similar journeys and a central support team who will make sure your training provider delivers a quality programme. Complemented by employability workshops, experiential team building sessions and social activities, our apprentice remain strong as a cohort throughout their career at Yorkshire Water.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 37 hours per week a typical day could be 8am to 4pm. Upon completion of the apprenticeship the role requires some unsociable working.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Physical fitness,Driving licence