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Apprentice Equipment Technician

Employer
Welsh Government
Location
Newport Wafer Fab Ltd Newport Wafer Fab Ltd Cardiff Road Newport NP10 8YJ
Salary
Other
Closing date
4 Feb 2021

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Specialism
Engineering
Sector
Engineering & Aerospace
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Advanced
Start Date
Ongoing
Duration
Undisclosed

Job Details

About the apprenticeship

Duties

Responsibilities:
• Attending college, studying and passing all required modules
• Satisfactorily complete relevant NVQ's with on-site training provider
• Acquiring new skills through on-the-job training under the guidance of an internal mentor
• Rotation across different manufacturing areas to learn a wide variety of skills
• Maintaining up-to-date log books and training notes
• Learning how to work with and follow procedures / specifications
• Working safely by observing and following all safety requirements and procedures
• Working as part of a team and individually with full support from our engineering department/mentors

Additional information

Please note that, due to safety restrictions regarding working in the Wafer Fabrication Area, applicants must be aged 18 or over.

Requirements

Skills

It is essential that applicants can demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team, have good communication and interpersonal skills.

We will also look for self-motivated individuals with a logical approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

A minimum of five GSCE's (Grade A-C) to include Maths, English Language and a science-related subject or equivalent.
Any relevant engineering qualifications would be an advantage for example A levels, NVQ or BTEC qualifications

Language

Welsh Spoken Skills: No Welsh Written Skills: No

Course details

Training provider:

Qualification:
BTEC Level 3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering

About the employer

Newport Wafer Fab Ltd Newport Wafer Fab Ltd
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP10 8YJ

Disability confident

No

Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.

Interview arrangements

First stage - assessment day Second stage - individual interviews

Company

Why an apprenticeship?

As an apprentice you will earn while you train. It’s a great career choice whether you are leaving school or college, returning to work after starting a family or looking for a new career. There’s a wide range of jobs on offer.  A job at the Welsh Government is unlike any other in Wales.

At the Welsh Government you’ll be given support and guidance so you can develop your skills in the workplace. You will also need to set aside time to study for your apprenticeship. You’ll be a valued member of the team from day one.

What apprenticeships are available?

We don’t currently have any apprenticeship opportunities open as we have now closed our scheme for 2019. If you’d like to keep updated on the vacancies that we’re advertising, you may want to visit our jobs board:  Welsh Government External Vacancies Board.

If you’d like to receive Job Alert e-mails that let you know when we’re advertising a role that suits your preferences, scroll to the bottom of the jobs board, and you’ll see the ‘Create Job Alert’ link.  Click this, and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your alerts.  You’ll need to log in or create an account as part of this process.

Who can apply?

To be eligible to apply you:

  • will be at least 16 years of age at the time of making your application
  • will not be in full-time education (you can apply while still attending school/college/university but will have finished or intend to finish your studies by the time your apprenticeship starts)
  • will need to meet the Civil Service Nationality requirements to apply.

ALS eligibility

Please note that ALS our training providers have their own eligibility in order to provide the funding required to undertake an apprenticeship. You may not be eligible to apply if:

  • you already hold a qualification at Level 3 or above in ICT, Software, Web and Telecoms or a similar subject
  • you already hold a qualification at Level 3 or above in Business Administration, Customer Service or a similar subject

What are the benefits?  

How much will I be paid?

You will earn £19,240 a year while training. When you pass your apprenticeship you can apply for a permanent job at the Welsh Government. Within 2 years of starting your apprenticeship you could be earning £22,500. 

You will get 31 days holidays as well as 10 public and privilege days. We offer flexible working arrangements to help you get the right work/life balance. You will also be eligible for membership of the Civil Service Pension Scheme

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