Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and committed candidate living in the

Poole area

to start their career in construction plant maintenance as an

Apprentice Plant Fitter

.
This is an excellent opportunity to

earn while you learn

on a paid apprenticeship, with the additional support of the

Shared Apprenticeships

team.

As an Apprentice Plant Fitter, you will work alongside experienced engineers and technicians to maintain, repair, and service a wide range of construction plant, machinery, and equipment used on construction sites.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

During your apprenticeship, you will assist qualified fitters and senior engineers with:

Inspection, maintenance, and repair of construction plant and equipment Diagnosing faults and carrying out mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic repairs Ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently in line with company and site procedures Maintaining accurate service and maintenance records Assisting with parts ordering and inventory control Supporting site operations by ensuring equipment is in safe working condition
(Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education 2023)

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who demonstrates the behaviours listed in the Apprenticeship Standard:

Professional judgement and a positive attitude to learning Commitment to Health & Safety and safe working practices Willingness to develop technical and practical skills Effective communication and teamwork Reliability, enthusiasm, and attention to detail Commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous improvement

The Employer

Shared Apprenticeships

is a Flexi-job Apprenticeship Agency employing apprentices and placing them on work placements with leading contractors in the construction industry.

Each apprentice has access to a dedicated

Apprenticeship Manager

for mentoring and ongoing support throughout their apprenticeship, helping them progress into long-term industry careers or higher-level apprenticeships..

Apprenticeship Details

This apprenticeship will be offered at

Level 2 or Level 3

, depending on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.

Training will be delivered through block release at an approved training centre outside the local area. Apprentices will be away from home during these training periods, which may take place monthly or quarterly. All travel, accommodation, and meals are provided during block release training.

Job Type

: Apprenticeship

Salary

: As a minimum this job is paid at published National Minimum Wage rates.

Please read the job description, person specification, and apprenticeship entry requirements to ensure you meet the criteria before applying for the role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications. If you have not been contacted within two weeks of your application, please assume that your application has not been successful and will not be progressed to the next stage.

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: 15,704.00-25,396.80 per year

Application question(s):

Why have you applied for this apprenticeship?
Work Location: In person