Apprentice - Tool Maker - North West, United Kingdom - Baxi Heating

Baxi Heating

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North West, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tool Maker

Preston - North-West - UK

Why work for Baxi?

Baxi is a heritage heating and hot water solutions provider with big ambitions to change the way we think about and use energy.

We're focussed on driving the conversations and spearheading the change that will enable us to make this happen.

We have some of the best-known and trusted heating and hot water brands for residential and commercial customers including Baxi, Main, Megaflo, Remeha, Andrews Water Heaters, Potterton Commercial, Heatrae Sadia and Packaged Plant Solutions.

Our UK & Ireland business has led engineering breakthroughs and successfully adapted to be a leader in our industry for over 150 years.

Our established foothold in the heating manufacturing market, with a well respected product portfolio and an amazing army of people puts us in a position to lead the way for change, and make a lasting mark on the industry.

If you have a passion and appetite for evolution and transformation, come and join usJoin us as we support the energy transition towards a zero-carbon economy

This Engineering Operative L2 Diploma, associated with the tool maker apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced Engineers alongside studying for your L2 Diploma supported by Preston College.

As part of your Apprenticeship, you will:

Be given the opportunity to attain a Engineering Operative L2 Diploma with potential to gain Level 3 Diploma while working closely with experienced Engineers that are based within the Operations team.
Working with our Engineering Team, with focus on the repair and service of the power press tooling associated with the supply of components throughout the Preston manufacturing operation.
Gain knowledge of the associated engineering processes through exposure to various machining & manufacturing techniques aligned to departmental safety systems and safe systems of work.
Be offered the opportunity to work with likeminded, hardworking, and passionate people to drive plant asset efficiencies to ensure products are manufactured to the correct standard, cost & timescale.

Training

The successful Apprentice will complete a Level 2 apprenticeship over 3 to 4 years dependant on experience and be expected to attend college on a 1 day per week release followed by workplace assessment through years 3&4.

Successful completion of all work modules to agreed timescales is required for the qualification:

On completion of your apprenticeship a graded endpoint assessment will be based on a:
Creation of a portfolio
Occupational Competence Validation Interview
Application for professional recognition (EngTech)
On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, become part of a Career Development Pathway.

Responsibilities

To always act as an ambassador for Baxi Heating UK
To comply with the Health and Safety Policy and procedures and draw to their manager's attention any unsafe working practice/conditions
To comply with the Information Security Policy.
To comply with the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy at all times

Skills, Knowledge & Education Required:

A positive cando attitude
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to listen and follow instructions from your peers
Good practical skills
A flexible and adaptable approach to work
Must have a minimum of four GCSE at Grade 4(C) above including Maths, English, Science & Technology is desirable

Salary based upon a structured percentage plan against Grade 1 skilled rate yr1 50% yr. 2 60%, yr. 3 75%r yr. 4 90 working on a 37-hour week. 25 days holiday per annum not including UK bank holidays. We also offer a contributory pension and sick pay schemes, staff discounts and more.

Diversity and inclusion:

We're a heritage manufacturer that provides heating solutions to customers all over the UK. We know having a diverse workforce that reflects our mission and our expansive customer base is not only good for you, it's great for us

We welcome each and everyone of the differences that make our people intrinsically unique and able to contribute to the growth and success of our organisation.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Closing Date: 28st July 2023
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