Fire Technician Apprentice
BASEC tests and certifies cables designed for data, fire performance, construction and electrical installation, electric vehicle charging, railway, solar photovoltaic, oil, petroleum and gas, power distribution and transmission, wind, nuclear, marine, aerospace and defence.
In the role, you will undertake the preparation and testing of product samples to a high level of accuracy and in line with the required standards, using a variety of hand and power tools. You will work with the Fire Lead & Senior technician to prioritise cable samples for testing. You'll get hands on preparing cables samples for testing to not only UK but international safety standards.
You'll log key details about each sample before and after testing, accuracy really matters!
You'll be performing testing under supervision to standard specifications. You'll keep the Fire Lead informed on the progression of the sample preparation and testing, so the work can be assigned to the Senior and Test Technicians in a timely manner.
Once you're trained and confident, you'll independently run fire tests following testing procedures correctly to enable accreditation to be maintained. You'll look after your tools and equipment – the company takes pride in ensuring everything is in top shape. You'll contribute towards the general operation and housekeeping of the laboratory facilities and ensure the quality and safety procedures are followed within the designated laboratory areas. Work smart and support your teammates to make the most of the lab resources.
You will also undertake other non-preparation tasks at the reasonable request of the Senior Management Team. Every day is different, and you'll learn lots!
Alongside this apprenticeship vacancy, you will attend day release at Bedford College and complete a Level 3 qualification – Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician.
Training:
Level 3 Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician apprenticeship standard.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if required.
Training Outcome:
Opportunities to progress within the team from Fire Test Technician to Senior Fire Test Technician.
Employer Description:
Kiwa UK is part of the global Kiwa Group, a leading provider of Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services. We help organisations demonstrate quality, safety, compliance and sustainability through independent assessment, certification, training and technical consultancy services across a wide range of industries, including construction, manufacturing, food, energy and healthcare.
Working Hours :
7am - 3:30pm, Monday-Thursday and 7am to 12:30pm Friday.
Skills:
Able to work as part of a team,Attention to detail,Logical