Apprentice Maintenance Engineer

To learn all aspects of the role of a Maintenance Engineer  To attend college to learn the theoretical and technical aspects of the role  

General Activities: 

Assist in maintaining all plant machinery to ensure safe, continual & efficient operations  Support periodic & preventive maintenance regimes  Assist with emergency troubleshooting & maintenance support  Achieve maintenance goals, activity scheduling & work completion to support achievement of manufacturing target  Keep accurate records of key work activities  Work with engineers to find ways to improve processes  Assist with projects within or outside the Engineering Department 

Training:

Duration:

13 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment

Delivery model:

Work-based training with your employer Day release during term time (approximately 2 days a week for 1 year) Approximately 12 on-site assessment visits per year Level 1 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required) Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work

Qualifications included:

Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills) Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Knowledge) Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship

End Point Assessment:

Practical assessment Professional discussion

Training Outcome:
We are looking for the apprentice engineer to go on to become a fully qualified engineer within our engineering team There is great potential to continue further study onto Level 3+ and continue a career with the business

Employer Description:
MacDermid Autotype Limited is the employing entity in the UK for the Film and Smart Surface Solutions division of MacDermid Alpha Electronic Solutions (MAES). MAES is a global leader in the field of fully integrated materials and is part of Element Solutions Inc, a US owned global company.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:15 and Friday, 08:00 - 15:45 with unpaid lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Demonstrable practical skill