Manufacturing Apprentice - Cowes, United Kingdom - The Isle of Wight College

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Job Posted: 8 November 2023


Contract Term:
Apprenticeships


Location:
Cowes, Isle of Wight


Contract Type:
Full time


Salary:
£5.28 per hour


Industries:
Apprenticeships
Engineering
Manufacturing***
Closing Date: 08/12/2023


Job Start Date:
January 2024


Here at The Isle of Wight College we work with a number of employers, in a vast array of industries.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work as a Manufacturing Apprentice for Vision Yachts Ltd.


If you are looking for the first step in your Engineering career, this could be the perfect role for you.

Based in Cowes,
Vision Yachts Ltd have built up a great reputation of having extensive knowledge and a depth of experience in a wide range of composite construction


This includes:
Round the World and Admirals Cup yachts, and composite components.

Their main current work is for the wind turbine industry, manufacturing prototype and production composite components, as well as wood and composite mould making and development work.


The business pride themselves on their record of finishing on time and within budget, whilst maintaining high standards of workmanship and finish.

This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established island business whilst working towards an Engineering Apprenticeship Qualification.


Role & Responsibilities will include:
Working in a composite manufacturing environment learning all aspects of the workplace including:

  • Health and Safety
  • Composite Manufacturing
  • Environmental
  • Production Design
  • Quality Control
And many more.

The successful apprentice will learn production composite work including infusion, wet laminating bonding etc. With an insight into research and development of composite components and tooling.


Essential qualities:

  • Punctual, reliable and takes responsibility for their own actions.
  • Show respect for others, having regard for diversity and equality.
  • Respond positively to change in the working environment.
  • Integrates within the team and supports others.
  • Can work independently and effectively in challenging situations.
  • Maintains quality of work under pressure.
  • An open and honest communicator.
  • Listens to other people's opinions.
  • A positive and respectful attitude.
  • Follows instructions and guidance and demonstrates attention to detail.
  • Seeks opportunities to develop and adapt to different situations, environments, or technologies.

Qualifications Required:
GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and maths (or equivalent qualification and/or ability to work towards these Functional Skills)


Apprenticeship Standard:

  • Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship
  • Functional Skills in math's and English if required
month duration

  • There is a requirement to complete six hours per week off the job training, College attendance will contribute but time spent either learning something new, other courses or any support work that is not in your usual role will also be counted

Working week:

  • 37.5 hours a week
  • Attendance at college (CECAMM) as required

Wage:
- £5.28 per hour

Once qualified, there may be an opportunity to progress to full time employment, depending on suitability/need at the time.

ANY APPLICATIONS THAT ARE SUBMITTED WITH ONLY A CV BUT NO COVER LETTER, WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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