Mechatronics Maintenance Apprentice

This apprenticeship runs for 48 months and will provide you with the technical expertise and practical skills needed to excel in a high-tech engineering environment, with the possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

The apprenticeship is held in partnership with Bath College at the Radstock Somer Valley Campus. The apprentice will be expected to attend college in person for part of their working week, and attend work at Locksbrook the days you are not at college.

Through a combination of classroom and work based learning over 4 years, the Maintenance Apprentice will gain knowledge of a broad range of activities which may include installation, testing, fault finding, rectification, modifications and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment, under the supervision and guidance of senior staff.

Duties will include:

Perform preventive and reactive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems Diagnose faults and implement corrective actions to ensure equipment efficiency Assist with the calibration and testing of mechatronic systems to maintain high-performance standards Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities using digital tools Work closely with engineers, technicians, and team leaders to support production goals Undertake general day to day maintenance activities Maintain a high standard of 5S Read and understand electrical, mechanical and fluid drawings Ensure company policies and procedures are adhered to at all times Ensure compliance with all relevant Environmental, Health & Safety and regulatory legislation Actively support continuous improvement activities throughout the business

Training:
Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Training will take place for two days per week at our Somer Valley Campus in Radstock

Training Outcome:
Apprentices can progress to Maintenance Operative and Maintenance Engineer

Employer Description:
Horstman is a high value added, innovative engineering business with a global footprint that provides quality, technically excellent solutions for customers. World leading in the design and development of military vehicle suspension systems, we cover solutions from ultra-lightweight wheeled vehicle , C130 air portable vehicles, through to infantry and engineer vehicles up to the heaviest in the fleet as well as Main Battle Tanks. We are based in Bath, UK and as part of the Global RENK Group by working for Horstman you become part of an international team committed to providing the highest standards to our customers and partners around the world. Many of the positions within the business give opportunities for international travel meeting customers or suppliers.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.00pm and Friday, 7.30am - 12.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Initiative