Apprentice Service Technician

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Hands-on installation and commissioning of electrical components and systems, including motor drives, 3-phase and DC systems. Fully competent at using primary and secondary test equipment. Carry out diagnostics and problem-solving for electrical and instrument systems. Assist the remote software engineer with configuration and fault diagnosis on PLC systems. Maintain plant equipment for clients such as pumps, mixers, motors, electrical and control systems/SCADA, heat exchangers, gas storage, sensors, alarms, valves, safety systems etc. Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets, including pumps, gearboxes, valves etc. Carry out pre-planned and reactive maintenance on a range of mechanical equipment. Undertake measures to improve the plant reliability, efficiency and performance, always in a safe and efficient manner.

Training:
The Apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in Level 3 Engineering Maintenance Technician. The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course. This is a Day Release programme which means you will attend Lincoln/Newark College, 1 day per week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours.

Training Outcome:

Upon completing their apprenticeship, individuals can look forward to a range of promising career prospects within the renewable energy sector. Successful Apprentice Technicians often progress into full-time roles such as Plant Technician, Maintenance Engineer, or Process Operator, with opportunities to specialise in areas like plant optimisation or environmental compliance. Typically, Plant Technicians can expect to earn between £25,000 and £32,000 per annum. Maintenance Engineers in this sector often command salaries ranging from £30,000 to £40,000, while Process Operators usually earn between £22,000 and £30,000 per year. Higher earnings may be possible with additional qualifications, experience, or supervisory responsibilities, especially in larger facilities or those employing advanced technology. With further experience and continued professional development, there is potential to advance into supervisory or managerial positions, or to explore roles in project management and technical consultancy. For managerial positions within anaerobic digestion, such as Plant Manager or Operations Manager, salaries generally range from £40,000 to £60,000 per annum, with the potential to exceed this in senior or multi-site roles. Project Managers overseeing new facility construction or upgrades can typically expect earnings between £45,000 and £65,000, depending on project scale and complexity. Technical consultants specialising in anaerobic digestion may command an annual package from £45,000 up to £75,000, reflecting their expertise and industry demand. The growing emphasis on sustainable energy ensures that skilled professionals in this field will remain in high demand, both in the UK and internationally.

Employer Description:

Anaergia is a global leader in anaerobic digestion and organics recovery, recognised by the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) for its innovative waste-to-energy solutions. Anaergia specialises in anaerobic digestion (AD), organics recovery, and waste conversion. The company provides end-to-end solutions for converting various waste streams, including agricultural, food, and municipal solid waste (MSW), into renewable energy, high-quality fertiliser, and recycled water. Anaergia also offers services ranging from equipment supply to full project design, financing, construction, and plant operation. Anaergia has been active in the UK for over a decade, with 13 anaerobic digestion plants installed by the end of 2020. The company provides engineering, service, and maintenance support for AD plants, including installation of organics recovery systems, digestate separators, mixers, and specialised pump systems. This is the team you would be working with. Anaergia also focuses on upgrading underperforming facilities to improve efficiency and profitability for clients.

Working Hours :
A normal day may be 8am-5pm, but some days may run over, depending on the job. These hours will be given back on another day.

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