Mechatronics Technician Apprentice - DePuy Synthes

Cogent Skills is working with DePuy Synthes to recruit an Apprentice Mechatronics Technician (Mechanical/Electrical) to work at its manufacturing plant in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a global medical device manufacturing company with great development opportunities.

The Mechatronics Technician will undertake installation, testing, servicing, removal, replacement, maintenance and repair of a range of electrical plant and equipment as part of planned preventative and reactive maintenance programmes.

At the end of their training, the Technician will apply their knowledge of plant and systems to safely perform maintenance and operational activities with minimum supervision. This will require them to:

Comply with industry health, safety and environmental working practices and regulations Locate and rectify faults on plant and equipment Read, understand and interpret information and work in compliance with technical specifications and supporting documentation Inspect and maintain appropriate plant and equipment to meet operational requirements Assess and test the performance and condition of plant and equipment Communicate, handover and confirm that the appropriate engineering process has been completed to specification Position, assemble, install and dismantle electrical plant and equipment, which will include motors, switchgear, cables & conductors, to agreed specifications Carry out planned, unplanned and preventative maintenance procedures on electrical plant and equipment. Replace, repair and/or remove components in electrical plant and equipment and ensure its return to operational condition. Diagnose and determine the cause of faults in electrical plant and equipment

The apprentice will follow the employer-led Mechatronics Technician Apprenticeship Standard, which combines practical, technical and behavioural training with theoretical knowledge of relevant science and technology.

The apprenticeship offered by DePuy Synthes blends both theoretical learning and hands-on experience. During the first six months of the programme, apprentices will focus on building their theoretical knowledge, before progressing into practical, on-the-job experience, alongside day release at college for continued learning.

DePuy Synthes is committed to developing the talent of new employees and supporting them throughout their career journey.

You will work alongside qualified engineers who will support you in developing your skills within a manufacturing environment. You will be part of an energised and supportive workplace, benefit from a dedicated mentor, and earn a competitive salary while you learn.

Training:

Qualification to be delivered: EAL - Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.

Apprenticeship Standard: Mechatronics Maintenance Technician.

Training Provider: AMRC Training Centre.

Delivery model: The first six months of the programme will be based at the AMRC Training Centre:

AMRC Training Centre
Advanced Manufacturing Park
Off Highfield Spring
Catcliffe
Rotherham
S60 5BL

Apprentices will need to be able to travel to the training centre each day during this period.

Following the foundation stage of the programme, from month 7 onwards the apprentices will be based on site at DePuy in Leeds. During this time, they will be required to attend the AMRC Training Centre one day per week.

Programme structure:

Year 1 – 30-week practical block training at the AMRC Training Centre, alongside the first year of Development Knowledge (day release) Year 2 – Completion of the second year of Development Knowledge Year 3 – In-company training and development

Training Outcome:

If you demonstrate a pro-active practical aptitude with problem solving skills and are willing to accept responsibility, there will be great opportunities for progression within the company potentially to gain an engineering degree qualification.

Employer Description:
As the specialists in skills for science and technology, our purpose is to make sure your business; your people and our industry are future ready. We are a not-for-profit charitable organisation with a family of commercially focused companies committed to supporting the skills, needs and ambitions across the UK science and technology sector.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 07:00 - 15:30 Friday 07:00 - 12:30. Day release 1-day per week at AMRC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical