Responsibilities
What will the apprentice be doing?
As a Calibration/Test engineer apprentice, you will:
- Become to learn how to identify deviations from customer requirements using measurement equipment and tools
- Learn how to apply solutions to internal rejects and external customer issues
- Learn how to apply change and concession requests
- As a Calibration/Test engineer apprentice you will become competent in monitoring processes identifying the root causes of problems when they occur
- Learn how to identify cost effective interventions to solve problems
- You will become competent contributing to a range of projects and work collaboratively with the engineering team
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Your Level 3 programme will include, a level 3 BTEC technical certificate and work-based qualification delivered by PETA.
- Throughout the duration of the apprenticeship you will be paid and day released.
- Day release at PETA’s Havant engineering skills centre for off-the-job training, to include learning how to work safely, work efficiently, use technical information, how to conduct business improvement activities, use Computer Aided Design software, general machining, fitting techniques, how to maintain mechanical and electrical equipment, how to assemble and test electronic circuits as well as general welding techniques..
- You will complete the Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, candidates will be offered the opportunity to progress to higher roles within the engineering department.
Reality Check
Benefits: 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (3 days to be taken at Christmas) Free Parking Free Refreshments, Tea, Coffee, Squash Company corporate clothing Staff area Overtime availableSkills Required
Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skillsQualifications Required
GCSE or equivalent Maths/English (Grade C/4 or equivalent/above) Essential