Higher Apprentice - Operations Management - /112/3960

What will the apprentice be doing?

• Given exposure to different products through rotations or secondments during your apprenticeship
• Support the site teams in improving production efficiency
• Support site managers, maintenance managers and operations managers in the running of their teams and functions
• Basic maintenance and inspections on site

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• The apprentice will receive a Level 5 qualification in Mineral Products Technician. The training at the University of Derby will be a block release. The on the job training will be given on various sites within Tarmac
• Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• Once qualified, you can become a production manager

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 5 GCSEs or equivalent including Maths and English (Grade C (Level 4) or above) Essential
NVQ or SVQ Level 3 or equivalent Any (Grade Level 3) Essential

Things to consider

This role will involve working outside, during all seasons of the calendar. It's a role where you'll work in different locations and support a number of sites, and your colleagues are there to help and look out for each other. This will be a physical role with travel included.