Assembly Apprentice

Komatsu is an international leader in the field of construction and mining equipment.  The Company headquarters are in Tokyo and we employ around 65,000 people worldwide.  We have a history of over 100 years “creating value together” through quality, technology and manufacturing innovation.  Komatsu UK Ltd is based in Birtley, close to Gateshead, and employs over 400 people engaged in the design and manufacture of medium-sized hydraulic excavators.

Our Apprentice Programme is well established and we are proud to provide guidance, support and growth opportunities to help the success and development of our employees who began their career on the Apprentice Programme.  We have a strong ethos of continuous improvement, and welcome ideas and suggestions from our employees.

We are looking for Engineering Apprentices to join our Assembly Department.

What will I do?

Initially you will be based at the TDR Training Centre in Longbenton.

Once you have completed your initial training at TDR, you will spend the remainder of the four year apprenticeship working at Komatsu UK in the Assembly Department.

In conjunction with TDR you will work to achieve your NVQ Level 3 Engineering Fitter and Advanced Apprenticeship.

What you will learn:

How to work safely How to assemble hydraulic excavators to a high quality standard How to operate machinery such as overhead cranes and torque tools Fault finding How to follow work procedures/drawings Team work and continuous improvement

Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary is £16,944 with regular increases 26 days holiday each year Company Gym Better Health at Work Programme Active Sports and Social Club with charity fundraising opportunities Opportunities for learning and development throughout your career

Training:
Initially you will be based at the TDR Training Centre in Longbenton Once you have completed your initial training at TDR, you will spend the remainder of the four year apprenticeship working at Komatsu UK in the Assembly Department In conjunction with TDR you will work to achieve your NVQ Level 3 Engineering Fitter and Advanced Apprenticeship

Training Outcome:
There will be the opportunity to secure permanent employment on successful completion of the Apprenticeship

 

Employer Description:

Komatsu is an international leader in the field of construction and mining equipment. The Company headquarters are in Tokyo and we employ around 65,000 people worldwide. We have a history of over 100 years “creating value together” through quality, technology and manufacturing innovation. Komatsu UK Ltd is based in Birtley, close to Gateshead, and employs over 400 people engaged in the design and manufacture of medium-sized hydraulic excavators.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative