Apprentice Shipwright

To be dependable and responsible, (punctual and reliable). Learn and follow all health and safety procedures required to keep yourself and others safe. Familiarise yourself with all equipment; learning how to conduct pre-user checks and report all defects. Learn how to safely use all plant and equipment. Positively commit with mentor, training officers, supervisor and HR to complete all elements of the training programme in a timely manner. Attend full time, block release and/or day release in college, work diligently to complete, modules, units and elements of theoretical learning and underpinning knowledge in a timely manner. Following an initial period of ‘Basic Engineering Skills Training’. Become a competent member of the Shipwright Department. This role will include; being a part of drydocking and launching ships, carrying out safety work on vessels and repairing lifeboats. Follow instructions and advice of supervisors; make a positive contribution in the production process. Successfully complete trade and coding qualification tests if required to meet Company needs, classification society requirements and specifications. Conduct yourself in a professional manner in all contacts with course personnel, clients, inspectors, supervisors, maintaining the excellent reputation of the company.

Training:

Training will take place for the first year at The Engineering College, Monks Ferry, Birkenhead, CH41 5LH 5 days per week.

Year 1 - full time at The Engineering College.

Year 2 & 3 – 4 days at Cammell Lairds, 1 day at The Engineering College.

Year 4 – full time at Cammell Lairds.

On the job training with support of mentors.

Training Outcome:

Show ability to complete the programme of training for a level 3 advanced apprenticeship.

Previously our apprentices have gone onto roles in the Technical Office, QA, Management and Supervision roles.

Employer Description:

Cammell Laird, part of the APCL Group, is one of the most illustrious names in the global maritime industry.

Known across the globe, the company was founded by Scottish entrepreneurs William Laird and his son John and has been operating since 1828.

Since its inception, Cammell Laird has built more than 1,350 ships.

Cammell Laird’s Birkenhead facility, on the banks of the River Mersey, expands across 130 acres and includes four dry docks, a large modular construction hall and extensive covered workshops.

Working Hours :
First Year (College Days and Hours): Monday-Thursday, 08:30 - 16:00. Friday, 08:30 - 12:00. On Site Hours: Monday - Thursday, 08.00 - 16.30. Friday, 08.00 - 14.30. Total: 38 hours per week.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Ability to maintain competency,Ability to complete assignment,Good Close eye sight,Ability to work at heights,Follow Health and Safety