Engineering Fitter Apprentice

Joining the HP Hydraulics team as an Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will learn a range of skills on the job, including:

Stripping, rebuilding, and testing hydraulic rams and cylinders Measuring and evaluating components for pricing and seal sizing Fabricating hoses to pattern; cutting bars, tubes, and pressing/burning pins Reading technical drawings and working with various materials Operating hand tools, power tools, bandsaws, chop saws, and swaggers Safely using overhead and gantry cranes Liaising with team members and customers to ensure high service standards

Training:

As an Engineering Fitter Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship. Throughout your apprenticeship with HP Hydraulics, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach.
Your Level 3 programme will include, a level 3 Engineering work-based qualification delivered by PETA, and day release for 24 months to complete a level 3 BTEC technical certificate. 
Overall duration 45 months

Training Outcome:

The career opportunities at HP Hydraulics are very varied:

Fulltime employment Further personal development Further academic development Higher apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Here at HP Hydraulics, we’re experts in the design, manufacture and installation of quality hydraulic systems and our experience spans across a number of industries. We’re based in Hampshire and as one of the leading hydraulics manufacturers across Portsmouth, Southampton and Fareham, you can rely on us to design hydraulic equipment that is complex, long-lasting and fit for purpose.

Working Hours :
Mon - Fri 08.30 to 16.30 (Half hour paid lunch)

Skills:
Enthusiastic team player,Self-motivated and driven,Excellent communication skills,Positive attitude,Willingness to learn,Good manual dexterity,Real interest in maintenance,Good co-ordination,Methodical and logical,Good problem solving skills,Learn through instruction