Working at height equipment and safe use: Steps, hop- ups and podiums
Equipment: High-volume low-pressure spraying equipment, pressure washing and relevant safety control equipment
Safe systems of work: Site specific inductions, risk assessments, method statements and hazard identification in the work area
Standards and regulations: British Standards, building regulations, quality standards
Basic principles of digital design and modelling systems
Interpreting relevant information from drawings, specifications, work instructions, manufacturer’s safety data sheets and manufacturer’s information including colour charts and notations and colour terms
Impact of the sector on the environment and sustainability: Efficient use of resources. Recycling, reuse and safe disposal of waste
Preparation of work area: removal and storage of furnishings, fixtures and equipment and reinstatement
Characteristics and use of materials to protect work area: Cover materials and tapes
Hand tool use: preparation tools, application tools
Power tool use: Sanders with dust extraction, power drills, infrared and hot air guns
Preparation materials and their characteristics: Fillers, resin fillers, sealants, stabilisers, caulks, primers, decontaminants, abrasives
Coatings, their characteristics and uses: Water borne, solvent borne, two-pack, including drying, curing and recoating
Wallcoverings and their characteristics: Lining paper, free match or random paper and adhesives
Preparation processes internal and external locations and materials, considering surface conditions and defects for: untreated trowelled finishes and plasterboard; Untreated timber and timber sheet materials; untreated metals (ferrous and non-ferrous)
Preparation processes for internal locations and materials, considering surface conditions and defects of previously coated surfaces: trowelled finishes and plasterboard; timber and timber sheet materials; metals (ferrous and non-ferrous); removal of previously applied coatings
Preparation processes for external locations and materials, considering surface conditions and defects of previously coated surfaces: trowelled finishes and plasterboard; timber and timber sheet materials; metals (ferrous and non-ferrous); removal of previously applied coatings
Working to the site's health & safety rules and regulations and always wearing the correct PPE for each task
Training:
Training for your Painter and Decorator level 2 qualification will involve one day a week live classroom online learning from home
Approx every 8 weeks a tutor will visit you on site and spend the day with you teaching and performing practical tasks on a one-to-one basis for the whole day
Tasks on site will include preparing internal and external surfaces read for different types of paint to be applied
Some areas may include specialist skills such as installing wallpaper
Always following site health & safety rules and wearing the correct PPE at all times
Training Outcome:Successful completion of this apprenticeship should lead to a full-time position as a trained painter and decorator. After further experience it will be possible to move onto supervision or management positions and further opportunities to study at these levels.Employer Description:CoTrain is a program under SECBE . As a shared apprenticeship scheme and a Flexible Job Apprenticeship Agency partly funded by CITB to provide a route into industry for anyone wishing to complete an apprenticeship. We employ and mentor the apprentice and place them with our construction partners and colleges to gain the correct experience & skills to complete their qualifications.Working Hours :Hours on site will be 7.30am to 5.00pm Monday - Friday.
Working week based on 39-hours per week.
College days will be 9.00am to 4.30pm.
No evenings or weekends expected.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Punctuality and reliability....Read more...
Production Assembler
Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £23,809pa
About the Role
My client is seeking a hardworking Production Assembler to join their small and supportive manufacturing team. You will be involved in the assembly and build of battery packs for a range of industries. No previous experience is required — full training is provided.
The role offers regular Monday to Friday hours within a clean and well‑organised production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assemble, test and pack a variety of battery packs
Operate spot welding machines, soldering irons, heat guns and printers (full training provided)
Support improvements in production, packing and testing processes
Identify potential quality issues and help implement corrective actions
Assist with recycling activities across different battery chemistries
Report parts shortages, quality issues or production concerns to the Production Supervisor
Contribute to the creation and updating of SOPs and work instructions
Maintain accurate equipment logs, batch records and documentation
Follow all Health & Safety guidelines and maintain a clean working area
Carry out any additional production‑related tasks as required
Required Skills & Attributes
Strong attention to detail
Able to work well independently and as part of a team
Comfortable working under pressure to meet deadlines
Hands-on attitude and willingness to learn
Good verbal and numerical ability
A forklift licence would be beneficial (not essential)
What My Client Offers
A well‑established and secure business with long‑term opportunities
Supportive team environment
Full training on all production processes
Clear progression routes for committed individuals
Salary & Benefits
£23,809 per year
37.5 hours per week
Company pension
Free on‑site parking
Hours:
Monday–Thursday: 08:00–17:00
Friday: 08:00–16:00 (Additional hours may be required)
Interested? Contact Chris Henry on 01803 840 844 or email chris.henry@mego.co.uk to find out more or apply today!
Mego Employment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary staffing.
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