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Apprentice Technician - Mechanical /Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department

Employer
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)
Location
University Park, NG7 2RD
Salary
£18,898.00 annually
Closing date
13 Jun 2023

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Specialism
Engineering
Sector
Engineering & Aerospace
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Higher
Start Date
September
Duration
Permanent
What will the apprentice be doing?

The Faculty's well-equipped workshops and laboratories provide an ideal environment for high-quality, on-the-job training. You will receive basic initial training in the first 6 months before progressing to more specialist training, providing an opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge in a range of cutting-edge engineering processes, instrumentation and measurement including:
  • CNC machining including CAD/CAM
  • Rig design, build and modification
  • Materials testing and characterisation

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

As well as practical learning and experience, you will attend a 4 year academic programme at a local FE college. You will study towards and successfully complete the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations, before continuing on to the Level 4 HNC in Electrical Engineering.

During your apprenticeship, you will be fully supported by and learn from highly experienced and qualified engineering technicians, who are knowledgeable and passionate about their discipline.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Upon completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to gain further employment with the University.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 5 GCSE's including English, maths and a science (Grade 4 - 9) Essential
A Level or equivalent STEM Subject (Grade A - C) Essential

Things to consider

Our University has always been a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. Recruitment/ appointment will be based purely upon merit

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