Engineering Apprentice

Arriva TrainCare ,
Bristol, Bristol

Overview

Engineering Apprentice - Rail Vehicle Maintenance Arriva TrainCare provides Light and Heavy Train Maintenance services to the railway industry, operating from 6 depot locations in the UK. The successful, rapidly evolving organisation is going through a massive transformation at real pace; growing year on year, with a strong order book for 2020 and beyond. Be part of one of the largest transport services organisations in Europe where you’ll be given first-classsupport and training - you’ll be working towards an NVQ Level 3 whilst you earn and learn on the job. PLEASE NOTE: By clicking apply on this site, you will automatically be redirected to the Deutsche Bahn Group / Arriva TrainCare website, where you will be required to complete an online application form. What will the role of Engineering Apprentice entail? As an Engineering Apprentice you will undertake training on the heavy maintenance overhaul of rolling stock as well as the electrical and mechanical light maintenance activities of rolling stock, under the supervision of experienced Engineers until full competency is achieved. You’ll be working towards a time-served apprentice qualification over a 4-year period, where you’ll develop your skills and knowledge by assisting the engineering team with day to day work on a wide range of locomotives, carrying out Light and Heavy Maintenance activities. You will also gain an insight and overview on how other departments operate and link in to Engineering to meet customer needs. In order to achieve your NVQ Level 3 Rail Engineering Technician qualification, you will be required to attend block release at Reaseheath College, near Nantwich, Cheshire. What will I receive in return? As an Engineering Apprentice, you’ll receive a starting salary of £13,344, which will rise to £16,680 in year 2, £25,021 in year 3 and £32,548 in year 4. In addition to this, you will receive a range of fantastic benefits including; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension, life and healthcare cover Arriva Travel Pass Cycle to Work scheme Arriva Village retailer discount scheme You’ll be working from Bristol depot, employed on a 4-year fixed term contract, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4pm. What will I need to be considered for this Engineering Apprentice role? A minimum of 4 GCSE’s, grade A to C in Maths, English and Science Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written Superb organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines and manage time effectively Experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel A flexible, professional and proactive attitude to work Although not essential, engineering experience would be advantageous, along with an understanding of mechanical principles and of the rail industry. More About Us: Arriva TrainCare is part of Arriva, which is part of the Deutsche Bahn group, one of the largest transport services organisations in Europe, employing over 55,900 people and delivering more than 1.5 billion passenger journeys across 15 European countries every year. You’ll be part of a professional team with these core behaviours at heart; One Arriva - We work as one team, ‘together we are Arriva’. Great customer experience - We keep our customers happy every day. Doing the right thing - We look after our customers, colleagues and the environment, and always put safety first. Thinking beyond - We are curious and inspired to think beyond today for an even bigger and better Arriva tomorrow. Arriva is committed to diversity, if you’re good and meet the essential criteria outlined above, you’re welcome. Please include a cover letter upon submitting your CV for this Engineering Apprentice vacancy. PLEASE NOTE: By clicking apply on this site, you will automatically be redirected to the Deutsche Bahn Group / Arriva TrainCare website, where you will be required to complete an online application form. All applications for this Engineering Apprentice (Rail) vacancy are to be submitted online, and strictly no agency calls or agency CV submissions. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89623166