Apprentice Workshop Technician (Mechanical)

Overview of Role

To provide machine shop support for the development and testing of new and innovative designs and technologies for gas abatement systems.

Full Description

• Set-up and machine parts to specifications using manual and CNC machine tools such as lathes, milling machines etc.
• Understand the practical and theoretical uses of the materials and machines used, and their applications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and computer-generated information.
• Understand the impact of tolerances in the design and cost of components.
• Select and use a range of measuring and test equipment to check components’ quality and accuracy.
• Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
• Keep a written and photo journal of completed work pieces and jobs.
• Understand and follow safe working practices.
• Be aware of and understand applicable health and safety aspects of working within machine shop and lab environments.
• Understand a wide range of software as well as being IT literate in MS Excel, Word etc.

About the employer

Edwards (part of the Atlas Copco Group) is a leading global supplier of integrated solutions for the manufacture of semiconductors, flat panel displays, LEDs and solar cells.

Desired Skills

• A clear interest in scientific and/or engineering principles.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good teamwork skills.
• Problem solving skills and the ability to analyse information and apply knowledge to make suggestions.
• Understand and follow safe working practises.
• Ability to carry out tasks to a high quality, with minimal assistance and in a timely manner.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to record data and information in a precise and clear manner.
• A strong commitment to academic/college studies.

Due to the requirement to attend college on a regular basis, a full driving license and your own car would be an advantage.

Personal Qualities

• Positive attitude and an ability to interact with other employees at all levels.
• Dedicated to career advancement and keen to learn.
• Attention to detail.
• Methodical approach.
• Mechanically minded.
• Pro-active problem solver.
• Creative.

Qualifications required

5 GCSEs - Math’s, English & Science at Grade 5-9 essential (or equivalent).

Working Week

37.5 hours per week

Duration

48 months. Full time college attendance, followed by day release from Edwards.

Future prospects

To become a fully qualified Development Workshop Technician with Edwards.

Other considerations

As with all apprenticeships, this requires a long-term commitment. There will be assignments and journal entries to complete as well as homework from college. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top global engineering company, whilst you work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

Please complete and return the application form as soon as possible, to admin@bema.co.uk so that the initial assessments maybe completed and that your details can be circulated.

Supplementary Application Form Questions

1. How will you travel to Edwards and BEMA?

Organisation name: Edwards

Contact name: Bryan Young

Contact email:

Contact phone number: 01454 321356

Contact website: https://www.bema.co.uk/

Type: Apprenticeships

Salary: £9.23 Per hour: – applicants must be 18 or over to apply.

Location: Edwards Ltd, Kenn Business Park, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 6TH