Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeship

Job title: Level 3 Maintenance Engineering Apprenticeship
Salary: £10.30 per hour plus Veolia benefits
Location: Winsford
Programme Duration: 42 months

*Candidate shortlisting will take place w/c 27th May 2024 and assessment days will take place between w/c 3rd - 10th June 2024.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.

Our apprenticeship scheme puts you at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, contributing towards our purpose of protecting the planet's natural resources, while supporting the communities we work in.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic individual looking to broaden your mind by joining the Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship Programme. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, and wants to take their career in a direction where they can push for genuine change, to take up an exciting mechanical engineering role in our Merseyside MRF team. And if you're enthusiastic and eager to learn, this entry-level role will suit you perfectly.

What we can offer you;

25 days of annual leave + Bank holidays
Access to our People's pension scheme
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community

Apprenticeship programme

During this Level 3 Maintenance & Operations Engineering programme, we will help you to develop your practical skills and knowledge required for you to succeed in this role as well as your future career. Throughout the 42-month programme, you will continue to develop your behaviours such as team working, problem-solving and customer focus. Veolia as a business is not only interested in what you accomplish, but the manner you do it.

As well as gaining a broad range of technical and professional knowledge and experience, you'll also gain academic and vocational qualifications such a Level 3 Technical (Knowledge) Certificate BTEC In Engineering, NVQ Level 3 (Competency) in Engineering & Working Safety (H&S) Certificate.

What will you be doing?

Throughout the 42-month programme, you will gain exposure to a range of experience through.
Carrying out regular inspections, repairs and modifications as well as assisting with the commissioning of new plant and machinery
Adhering and working to site safety rules, regulations and standards, such as Permit to Work and equipment isolations procedure and PPE standards
Maintaining and updating site risk assessments, completing quality and production documents and records
Recording use of stock and ensuring levels are maintained as well as picking/packing of spare parts orders
Accurately completing all necessary paperwork including shift reports and a record of all maintenance work undertaken
Performing any other duties reasonably requested by management or your supervisors

What are we looking for?

A minimum of 4 GCSEs Grade 4 (C or equivalent) or above/predicted to include English, Maths & Science.
A Full UK driving licence (desirable due to travelling between sites for development)
A passion for engineering
A high level of flexibility with an eagerness to learn and work in a team environment
Willingness to travel to college and overnight stays if required

Assessments

As a part of your online application, you will need to complete gamified assessment challenges before we can consider your application for this position. We promise it's not one of those boring assessments!

If you are successful at the application stage, we'll invite you to attend a virtual assessment day.

Our promise to you

We know that a genuinely good role goes both ways. So alongside your salary or hourly pay, you'll get 25 days of holiday plus an extensive benefits package, which includes our market-leading pension and share scheme, and a range of employee discounts. Also to help you further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you can lean on us whenever you need to.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Please note that if a high number of quality applications are received, this vacancy may close early. To avoid disappointment, please apply with plenty of time before the stated advert closing date.

Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully