Apprentice Maintenance Technician

Under supervision and as competence develops, the apprentice will:

· Assist with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on machinery and equipment

· Support breakdown maintenance and fault-finding activities to minimise downtime

· Learn basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

· Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment

· Use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment safely and correctly

· Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and manuals

· Comply with Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and risk assessments

· Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment

· Work alongside experienced engineers to develop technical knowledge

· Attend college/training provider sessions and complete all required coursework, assessments, and portfolio evidence

Training:

Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located in Worcester (WR4 9GN).

Level 3 comprises of:

Duration approximately 40-45 months.

Year 1, between 22–39 weeks are spent at HWGTA Training Centre developing practical engineering skills, alongside one day per week in the classroom, completing the theoretical elements of the EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.

Year 2, predominantly based in your company, returning to the Training Centre one day per week to continue and complete the specialised elements of their Level 3 Diploma (Development Knowledge).

Years 3–4
Based full-time in your company, developing practical skills and knowledge in preparation for the End Point Assessment to gain your Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician qualification.

Training Outcome:

Permanent role as Maintenance Technician moving to Engineer.

Employer Description:

With over 70 years of engineering excellence and more than 4000 employees in 20 countries, Southco is a global leader for the manufacturing of engineered access solutions, products that you and thousands of others interact with every day. Our products form what we call "touch points", such as locks, latches, fasteners, hinges, handles and many other products that serve virtually hundreds of industries worldwide.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm (3pm finish on a Friday)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Safety awareness