Engineering Technician Apprentice (Area 4 - Newton Abbot, Torquay, Totnes)

What you'll be doing:

• Completing a Level 3 Maintenance Technician apprenticeship via our training partners - a structured programme of training conducted within the state-of-the-art Mechanical and Electrical Engineering departmental workshops
• Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment by working to our approved codes of practice
• Become proficient in the application and use of a wide range of machine tools
• Develop fitting and assembly skills
• Electrical maintenance and fault-finding investigations
• Training in the use of mechanical & electrical software packages
• Carrying out other tasks and duties as directed that contribute to the required levels of performance and competence

What we'll offer you:

• The coaching and mentoring required to support you in fulfilling your role, working towards becoming an independent engineer
• A structured induction and training programme, fully supported by the business
• Time for off-the-job training to attend college and/or support the apprentice programme
• Regular reviews between you, the college and the business to ensure you are receiving the support and knowledge you need to fulfil your role
• The opportunity to continue your training into Higher Apprenticeships
• Paid holiday leave – 23 days for your first year's service, to increase over time
• The opportunity to partake in the company’s Sharesave scheme
• Free car parking
• Company pension scheme and other perks

What we'd like from you:

• Ideally 5 GCSEs at grades A* to C (9 to 4) – but for the right person, this isn’t essential
• An ambitious mindset
• A strong work ethic
• The willingness to learn and develop
• A keen interest in engineering and how things work