Plant Design Apprenticeship

4 weeks ago


Didcot, United Kingdom Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Full time

**Science and Technology Facilities Council**

**Salary**: £11,925 per annum

**Hours**: Full time

**Contract Type**:Fixed Term

**Location**: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire

The Science and Technology Facilities Council offer a number of apprenticeships. The unique nature of the work undertaken at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxfordshire contributes to an interesting enjoyable and rewarding period of training in one of the world’s leading scientific and engineering research organisations.

ISIS Neutron and Muon Source at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory are looking to recruit an **Engineering Design and Draughtsperson apprentice **to join us in September 2023.

**About an Apprenticeship with STFC**

If working with innovative technologies on world-leading research isn’t enough, you will develop both professionally and as a critical member of the team in an environment you won’t find anywhere else.

Our dedicated Apprenticeship Team will support you every step of the way, helping you make the most of your opportunities and to achieve the goals you already have - and those you have yet to discover

We provide an opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion. You’ll have access to additional core skills development, access to a community of apprentices across the site, annual Apprentice awards evenings, a number of active sport and social groups across campus, and potential opportunities for overseas placements.

STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days’ annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours.

For a list of our full benefits, please visit here.

**About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities**

As a member of the ISIS Design Division the successful applicant will work in the Plant Design team and your main duties/responsibilities will include:

- Complete a prescribed programme of training to be conducted within the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
- Work under the guidance and support of your team within ISIS Neutron and Muon Source
- Work safely and in line with established safety measures in the laboratory on a day-to-day basis
- Job specific tasks like Piping and flow controls, P&ID control, 2D and 3D layouts.
- As an STFC Apprentice you will communicate with staff across STFC and at all levels. You will work as part of a team as well as working on your own. You will also represent STFC through the contact you have with your training provider
- Attend appropriate additional training to support the role and service delivery

Through the training provider, Wiltshire College, you will undertake a Level 3 Engineering Design Plant pathway apprenticeship standard which will include:

- Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification
- On-the-job competency training
- Theoretical knowledge - EAL

You will be required to attend Wiltshire College on a day release basis as part of your training; you must therefore be willing and able to travel independently. Excess travel costs will be covered.

**Person specification (Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and any special requirements)**

Essential:

- Interest in science, engineering and technology
- Ability to demonstrate some basic technical engineering knowledge and skill
- Ability to work using own initiative
- Ability to follow instructions including technical instructions
- Self-motivated, willing to undertake the work required with the training provider and in the workplace
- Able to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

- Good communication skills
- Good problem solving skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

What could you achieve with the world-leading facilities and experts of one of Europe’s largest research organisations by your side? Join us and discover what’s possible.

**About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)**

As one of Europe’s largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We’re proud of the impact we make. And we’re committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You’ll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you’ll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you’ll discover just what a difference you can make when you’re equipped and inspired to excel.

We’re a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don’t, ask questions that others won’t, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, internationa



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