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Apprentice test technician 57-1495

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The successful candidate will receive training to become capable and competent of performing efficient and accurate mechanical and metallographic testing services, which comply with relevant standards and specifications, to support the release of components in the manufacturing units.

Role

Role & responsibilities:

  • Performing mechanical testing (tensile, Charpy impact, hardness, Pellini, etc.) and metallographic specimen preparation in accordance with the Test House Manager’s and Test Technician Supervisor’s instructions
  • Data recording and input
  • Performing conscientiously all tasks allocated by the Test House Manager or the Test Technician Supervisor
  • Maintaining a clean and tidy work area to support high health & safety and environmental standards

Training

You will study on a Level 3 Engineering Technician Standard on a Technical Support Technician pathway

On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Advanced Level 3

During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis

After this, you will attend the Training Centre for one day a week for knowledge study

After a period of foundation skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)

After a further period of skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Technical Support
  • Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) 
  • Completion of the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications which are acknowledged and respected by employers across the world.
  • These can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors worldwide.
Apprenticeship Standard
Engineering technician (level 3)
Training Provider
THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Working Week
Monday - Friday. Your start and finish times, including your shift pattern will be determined by the employing company.
Expected Duration
36 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 19th July 2024
Start Date
Monday, 16th September 2024

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications

  • English Language GCSE or equivalent, grade Grade C or 4 (Essential)
  • Mathematics GCSE or equivalent, grade Grade C or 4 (Essential)

About the Employer

SHEFFIELD FORGEMASTERS ENGINEERING LIMITED
The origins of Sheffield Forgemasters date back to the 1750s as a small blacksmith forge. George Naylor set up the foundations for the business as a commercial operation with the building of the Millsands Steelworks in 1805. His son in law, Edward Vickers, later joined forces with him to form Naylor Vickers and Co.. Since then the company has been associated with many famous steel industry names such as English Steel, Firth Brown, British Steel and River Don Castings. Sheffield Forgemasters is now capable of producing the largest and most technically challenging cast and forged steel components in the world.
Company
SHEFFIELD FORGEMASTERS ENGINEERING LIMITED
Location
PO BOX 286, Brightside Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,600.00
Posted
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Company
SHEFFIELD FORGEMASTERS ENGINEERING LIMITED
Location
PO BOX 286, Brightside Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,600.00
Posted