Crushing & Screening Engineering Apprentice

As a Technical Engineering Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced mobile service engineers learning how to inspect, maintain, diagnose faults and repair crushing and screening equipment used throughout the UK. Your duties will include:

 Assisting with servicing and maintenance of mobile plant machinery  Learning hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems  Carrying out planned maintenance and inspections  Diagnosing faults using modern diagnostic equipment  Working safely around heavy machinery  Using tablets and digital job management systems  Reading technical manuals and engineering drawings  Travelling to customer sites with experienced engineers  Keeping accurate service records  Learning how to deliver excellent customer service

This is a practical role where around 90% of your time will be spent outdoors, either in our workshop or at customer sites working on heavy mobile equipment such as:

Powerscreen crushers  Powerscreen screeners Mobile conveyors Washing equipment Material handling equipment

Every day is different and you'll develop valuable skills in mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and fault-finding disciplines.

Training:

You will attend Solihull College & University Centre (Woodlands Campus) once a week during term time. You will also be visited in your workplace by an Engineering Assessor every 6 to 8 weeks to pick up the work-based evidence and prepare you for the End Point Assessments

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to become a fully qualified Mobile Service Engineer with PowerX Equipment Ltd. Continued development may lead to Senior Engineer, Technical Specialist, Workshop Supervisor, Field Service Manager or Technical Support roles, with ongoing manufacturer training from leading equipment manufacturers including Powerscreen.

Employer Description:

PowerX Equipment Ltd is one of the UK's leading specialists in crushing, screening and recycling equipment. We supply, service and support some of the world's leading brands, including Powerscreen, working across quarrying, construction, demolition and recycling industries. We invest in developing our people and offer apprentices the opportunity to build a rewarding engineering career with industry-leading training.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm 40 hours per week including apprenticeship training. Occasional early starts and travel to customer sites may be required.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Technical Minded,Practical Approach,Positive Attitude,Reliable,Willingness to learn,Mechanical Interest,Safety Conscious,Self Motivated,Adaptable