Whale Tanker - Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship with great benefits

Do you want the opportunity to try different areas of Engineering Fitting?

This role will give you the opportunity to try vehicle electrics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and fitting in multiple departments at our site in Solihull.

You will get the chance to put what you learn at college into action in the workplace. You will become a skilled engineer working in Production to build bespoke tankers, working alongside and training with highly experienced members of staff.

The apprenticeship scheme will be 36 - 42 months at Level 3 You will receive training on site & through our provider (Make UK), along with continuous support Your working week will be full-time 37.5 hours on a rotating shift upon completion of day release Study time and support will be available within working hours End point assessments will be carried out by the Approved Independent Assessment Organisation

This job role will enable you to understand how our products are built from start to finish.

Training:

Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll gain several academic and vocational qualifications throughout your time with your employer and Make UK, which are fully paid for, including: 

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Practical Foundation Training – in year 1, in 6 week blocks to include 4 weeks at Make UK and 2 weeks in company Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Workplace Competence Training - in years 2 to 4 in company Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Knowledge - in Years 1, 2 & 3 on block release to Make UK In house training in line with your requirements. Further qualifications deemed necessary by your employer

On completion of your studies, you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Engineering Fitter.

Training Outcome:

We have been running apprenticeships for over 16 years and have always upon completion offered a full time permanent contract.

Employer Description:

Whale Tankers are one of Europe’s largest manufacturer of liquid waste and jetting equipment. Based in Solihull for the last 56 years and with a 300 plus strong work force, Whale views their staff as being amongst their most important assets.

Working Hours :
Year 1: Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm. Friday, 8.00am - 12.30pm. We operate a Rotating Shift Pattern that you will do from year 2 of your apprenticeship: Week 1: 06.00 - 14.00, Monday - Friday. Week 2: 14.00 - 22.30, Monday - Thursday. 14.00 - 19.30, Friday.

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