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Mechanical Fitter Apprentice - 23643_223140357

Gloucestershire

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Level 3 Mechanical Fitter Apprentice to join our dynamic SBIM team.

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter Apprentice - Level 3

Duration: 39 months

Starting Salary: 24,282 (subject to 2025 review)

Working Hours: Mon -Fri 07:00 - 15:30

Location: Severn Bridge Maintenance Unit, Aust, Bristol, South Glos BS35 4BD

Follow this link to find out more about the course - Maintenance and operations engineering technician / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

What You'll Do:

• Work with all onsite plant, this includes gantries, cradles, vehicles, and trailers, etc.
• Six monthly maintenance and servicing of the gantries, include dismantling & changing of gear boxes, drive motors and on a six yearly cycle removing components (drive bogies, etc.) for ISE works
• Work at height and over the water (River Severn, Wye & Avon)
• Compliance with the Maintenance Management System/Programs in accordance with approved maintenance manuals/schedules
• Ensure that all documentation, work orders and service sheets are completed and returned to the office for approvals.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities after achieving the mechanical fitter qualification into a permanent role on the SBIM contract and gain the experience to progress to a 'leading hand'. For further progression beyond this, you could apply to be enrolled on an HNC mechanical engineering course. This could lead to an HND and possibly a management role further down the line.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications

• The apprenticeship entry requirements will be determined by Amey in collaboration with the academic delivery partner. England based applicants will typically require at least 5 GCSEs at Grades A -C / 9-4 including Maths (Grade B / 5 or 6), English and Science or their equivalent. Applicants based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland should expect to demonstrate an equivalent level of academic qualifications to those required in England.

Skills

• Full driving license
• Able to demonstrate basic technical skills within the relevant technical discipline, together with a strong desire to improve their competencies over the course of the apprenticeship.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety

Experience

• No Experience required

Behavioural competencies

• Have the enthusiasm to be part of a high performing team and a drive for success.
• Passion for developing your skills both professional and personally.

• Proactive and academic' approach

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Jude Palomeras, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed) .

If interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Salary: Annual +

Hours Per Week: Full Time

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