Apprentice Fitter - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - GAP Group

GAP Group

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Vacancy details

Division:

Plant & Tools
Apprentice

Title:

Apprentice

Fitter

Newcastle

Contract type:

Permanent Full Time

Vacancy location

Location:

United Kingdom, North East, Newcastle Plant & Tools

Location:

Blenheim Place, Dunston Industrial Estate, Gateshead, Newcastle, NE119HF.

Requester

Number of positions to be provided:

Employment Details

Contract hours:

42.50

About the role

The Role:

GAP Group Apprentices are a key in ensuring our Depots have the right level of expertise, today, tomorrow and in future.
As an Apprentice you will be enrolled in a blended learning programme where you will gain an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance through a mixture of on the job experience and block release training through a leading college.
Our Apprenticeship Programme covers all the essential skills and principles you will need to become a Plant Mechanic and you'll learn how to service and repair machines and equipment, including replacing parts and checking and calibrating instruments. You'll also study everything from basic engineering skills to the latest technological advancements in electrohydraulics and computerised control systems.

About You:

Our Apprenticeship Programme allows you to earn as you learn:
Apprentices under 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 39 hours per week with a starting salary of £11,000 per annum.
Apprentices

over 18 joining our programme you will be required to work a maximum of 42.5 hours per week with a starting salary of £12,000 per annum.

After successful completion of Year 1 you will automatically be placed on the National Minimum Wage rate for your age group.
4 GCSE grade C or above
A keen interest in Plant Technology
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication skills

About Us:

GAP Group believe in rewarding their employees for their hard work and commitment, and offer the following benefits:
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
Contributory Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Employee Welfare Fund (Companyfunded social events)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Health & Wellness (Wellbeing Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)

GAP Hire Solutions is the UK's leading independent equipment hire provider with 11 different divisions offering a vast range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small hand tools with a large customer base in the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.