Laboratory Technician Apprentice - Sheffield, United Kingdom - Tiro - Science & Technology Apprenticeships

Tiro - Science & Technology Apprenticeships

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

2 days ago

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Working for Special Testing
Special Testing Ltd is a member of the Special Steel Group of Companies. Since 1939, we have an established reputation as one of the leading material testing companies in the UK.

Our growth in both capacity and capability has been driven by the continuous improvement programmes we have been implementing throughout the years.

Our commitment to evaluating new testing apparatus and accessories, from tensile extensometers to elevated tensilefurnaces is one of the key factors in our success.

We constantly strive for, and achieve, the highest levels of accuracy and quality.
We have recently expanded our business having invested in new testing capabilities and achieving additional 3rd party approvals and an exciting opportunity for a
Laboratory Technician has become available to join our team.

What it's like working in this role

As an integral part of the team your responsibilities will include but not limited to test piece control and storage, carrying out various tests such as grain size, micro exams and recording test results.

The success of this role is embedded in the abilityto maintaining excellent housekeeping and to demonstrate self
- discipline.

Special Testing Ltd pride themselves to be one of the UK's leading materials testing companies and there are no limits to what could be achieved.

Successfully completing your Level 3 apprenticeship programme and demonstrating an in-depth knowledge aroundthe company values, standards and processes could pave your way to a career progression and respective financial reward.

Experience
Whilst previous experience is great, we at Tiro are always open to wildcards.

We're not just interested in experience and qualifications, we're looking for someone with the right attitude and aptitude to fit right in at Special Testing.

Qualifications
It's about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who have drive to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don't already know, are considerate, self-reflective and impatientto learn the job role

Skills and characteristics

Even if that doesn't sound quite like you, but you still think you could do a great job in the role, get in touch.

We're always open to wildcards.

But we're not just interested in experience and qualifications, we're looking for someone with the right attitudeand aptitude to fit right in Special Testing.

Someone who knows their own mind and isn't afraid to have an opinion. Someone who's genuinely curious about the worlds of science and technology.

You'll give the role your all and will fundamentally be hungry tolearn and most importantly willing to take the first step into a life changing career.

So how does the apprenticeship work?

At Tiro we're obsessed with changing lives through science and technology apprenticeships so we can't wait to have you on board.

Over 21 months, you'll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on 'off the job' training.

This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons & online learning), alongside practical training (for example shadowing, mentoring, & time spentwriting assignments.

Together this will count towards a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship.

You'll be trained by an expert tutor from Tiro as well as an experienced mentor at Special Testing who together, will make sure you develop the knowledge,skills, and work habits you'll need to succeed in your career.

Being an apprentice is hands-on, so you'll get the chance to learn things you might otherwise not have experienced in a university or college environment.

The best part? You'll be earning a salary while you gain your qualifications, meaning no huge student loans to pay back at the end of the programme