Mechanical Fitter Apprenticeship

A Mechanical fitter is the engineering specialist responsible for putting together Don Valley equipment, and installing, maintaining, and repairing material handling processes. As a mechanical fitter, you lay out the components of a machine and use the drawings or schematics to secure the parts according to specifications.

Duties will include:

Efficiently disassemble /reassemble material handling equipment Participate in any continuous improvement activities, including workshops and discussion groups relating to quality, cost, and delivery performance Assist and support the implementation and promotion of continuous improvement

Training:

Training will be at Doncaster College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer. 

Day release  You will undertake The Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship standard
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/engineering-fitter-v1-1 Qualification awarding body has yet to be confirmed between; Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) – Awarding organisation EAL; GLH 750 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) – Awarding organisation Pearson; GLH 720 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) Awarding organisation City & Guilds; GLH 720 You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or maths if needed  You will undertake both on and off the training by a team of industry qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge and experience that will help you become an Engineer of the future! 

Training Outcome:

Build a strong skilled career within the Engineering industry and possibly gain a full-time permanent opportunity. 

Employer Description:
Established in 1947, Don Valley Engineerings' initial market was for repair and general fabrications which, being located in the heart of the Yorkshire coal field, inevitably focused on the coal mining industry. From our modest beginnings, we have expanded and evolved over the years, gathering a wealth of experience in all aspects of engineering, in particular the processing and handling of bulk materials and the building of specialist screening, centrifuging and maltings equipment, making us one of the leading UK Suppliers in our chosen fields. We therefore enjoy the enviable position of being a supplier to all major producers and users of Minerals, Iron and Steel, Coal, Sugar and Potash etc.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness