Mechanical Apprentice
4 weeks ago
Location- South & Mid Wales, South West of England (Gloucester, Somerset & Plymouth area)- Salary- Starting salary circa £23,500 - £24,000- Contract- Apprentice- Closing date- 28th May 2024- Working hours
- 38.75 hours Monday to Friday
**What we’re looking for?**
We are seeking motivated individuals who have a keen interest in mechanical gas engineering and want to earn whilst learning in a real job, gaining qualifications and a long serving career.
When you’ve finished your training, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and replacement of gas pressure control equipment and the maintenance of the high-pressure gas network.
This is a field-based role, and therefore you will need to have the energy to work in all weather conditions and must be willing to work a variety of shift patterns: including weekend and evening work, and you’ll be part of a 24/7/365 standby rota.
We have opportunities available in the following locations:
- South & Mid Wales
- South West of England (Gloucester, Somerset & Plymouth area)
**What can I expect from this type of Apprenticeship?**
Our Mechanical engineers are part of our Network Services team who maintain the control systems of the gas network.
The Mechanical Apprentice role is an exciting opportunity for acquiring skills in all aspects of maintenance, inspection and modification of all plant and equipment associated with the gas transportation systems and third-party sites, e.g. High, intermediate and low pressure regulator and valve installations, to ensure all sites and equipment are compliant with their respective regulations and are fit for purpose.
We will train you to become an Above & Below 7 Bar Mechanical Craftsperson in line with our structured Pay and Competency Framework.
Click on the link below to to access the job description for our qualified Craftsperson role.
Mechanical Craftsperson
College arrangements will vary depending on what qualification route you follow and the area you live in - this could be a day release from work each week or attending college in block weeks during term time.
We will confirm further details on what you can expect you if you are successful.
We’ll train you on:
- Pressure management and control
- Pressure reduction, storage and leakage reduction
- Maintenance and fault finding
- The operation of the gas network and the principles of gas engineering
- Installing and commissioning new systems
- Our IT systems and mobile technology
**Where you will work?**
This role is field based, so when you are not in college, most of your working time will be on site within the geographical area that you have applied for.
**You will need to have**:
- The willingness to work various shift patterns which includes weekend and evening work, and participation in a 24/7 standby rota
- The energy to work in all weather conditions
- The ability to work well as part of a team
- A keen sense of pride in delivering great customer service
- A flexible and committed attitude to undertake the necessary training and upskilling
**What qualifications do I need?**
- at least 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, to include Maths, English and Sciences as a minimum.
- Be computer literate (word, excel, etc)
The following is desirable, but not essential:
- Have achieved, or be working toward, NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations
- Be working toward, or have achieved BTEC Level 3 in engineering or EAL Level 3 in Engineering
**What you’ll get in return?**
At Wales & West Utilities we believe people are our greatest asset, therefore we are committed to supporting each and every colleague in maintaining their wellbeing, both in their personal lives and at work.
To support this, we offer a competitive apprentice package which includes:
- A starting salary of circa £23,500 - £24,000
- Incremental pay increases with a qualifying salary circa £40,000
- A structured pay & competency framework which rewards skills, competence and enables development and career progression
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Retirement Savings Plan (pension) with Aviva: 5% employee contribution, with WWU doubling your contribution at 10% - totalling 15%
- 14 x salary Life Insurance linked to membership of the Retirement Savings Plan
- “Choices” flexible benefit scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance, and health cash-plans
- Access to our Financial Wellbeing Programme - allowing you to manage your benefits flexibly to suit your financial needs
- Enhanced pay for parental leave
- Retail discounts and cashback scheme
- Annual salary review
- Company Sick Pay
- In-house Occupational Health Team
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Comprehensive training
- Company vehicle (including vehicle insurance & fuel card), tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniform
**Interested?**
If you think you’d make a good addition to the team, we would love to hear from you
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