Apprentice Engineer Aylesford

Working as part of a team, you will assist in the repair, maintenance and practice service of our customers' cranes  The successful applicant will need to be able to work at heights as this is a natural part of the servicing and must also be the type of person willing to work within a team Health and Safety plays a key role in our industry, and we expect all of our apprentices to achieve the utmost attention to detail in this area

Training:

In your first year, you will attend a local college for off-the-job training. You’ll also attend your local branch during the holidays to help gain further understanding of our business and the nature of the work carried out.

In your 2nd and 3rd year you’ll gain on-the-job training in the field. 

What will you learn?

First principles relating to the operation and maintenance of appropriate electrical and mechanical plant equipment, such as motors, switchgear, cables and conductors, pumps, valves, gearboxes, pipework, integrated electromechanical power and control systems.

Relevant industry health and safety standards, regulations, and environmental and regulatory requirements.

Planned, unplanned and preventative maintenance and operational practices, processes and procedures covering a range of plant and equipment.

The relevant engineering, including electrical theories and principles relative to the role of a Service Technician.

On the completion of your apprenticeship, you will have achieved:

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Engineering Manufacturing BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance

Training Outcome:
Once qualified as a Service Technician, you may wish to look at specialising in one of the other sectors, such as modernisations, waste to energy and projects

Employer Description:

Konecranes UK is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. Konecranes consistently sets the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because they know they can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable approach. There are 3 main parts to the business, Service, Industrial Equipment and Port Solutions.

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday, hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Physical fitness