Apprentice - Facilities Management - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Forth Ports Group

Forth Ports Group

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Forth Ports are delighted to announce an opportunity to join our Port of Leith team as a Facilities Management Apprentice.

We're on the lookout for the next generation of innovative minds to embark on an exciting journey through our three-year apprenticeship programme.

This role in Facilities Management will focus on the operation and maintenance of building systems and services.

This isn't just any apprenticeship; it's a gateway to a world of opportunities where you'll immerse yourself in a unique blend of hands-on training and college-based learning, setting the stage for a fulfilling career ahead.

Join us and kick-start your path to success

About The Role

What you will learn:

You'll play a vital role in supporting the wider engineering team to assist in various Facilities Management role including in the planning and execution of routine maintenance tasks, participating in regular inspections of buildings and facilities to identify any maintenance or repair needs and be involved in health & safety compliance.

As following safety protocols and procedures is paramount in any engineering environment, you'll receive training on safety practices and be expected to adhere to them at all times.

By the end of the programme, you'll emerge as a fully trained Facilities Management professional ready to excel in your career.

What can we offer you?

Full support and training throughout the apprenticeship programme, both on the job training and classroom learning
A great opportunity to build a longterm career at the port
A structured learning and education pathway
Competitive starting salary, generous annual leave entitlement and attractive company benefits

Mon

Fri work pattern
Supportive and collaborative work culture

What are we looking for?

You will have a head start if you have already completed a Foundation Apprenticeship in a related field
You must be comfortable working in an outdoors environment in all weathers, at height and in confined spaces, always demonstrating a full commitment to your health and safety responsibilities.
We do require all individuals who work at our port to be a minimum 18 years of age (by Aug 2024)
Full UK working rights
UK driving licence preferred

Required Criteria

Skills Needed

About The Company

Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies.

The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries.

Our people have played a significant role.

They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.

Company Culture
Welcome to Forth Ports Careers.

As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London.

A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development.

Don't just take our word for it; view the "Some of our People" section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they've grown with us, and what motivates them each day.

The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.

Company Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance.

Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.

Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme

Salary
Not disclosed