25-0028 Engineering Fitter Apprentice

The candidate will learn, understand and carry out the assembly of products / sub-assemblies in line with project requirements (drawing specifications / time scales). This will involve working with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical assemblies / parts.

Role & responsibilities:

• Product Assembly – Carry out the assembly or disassembly of all product requirements as allocated, in line with the specification and timescales issued
• Finished Product Conformality – Carry out final testing of the assembled product prior to release for Final Acceptance Testing
• Concerns Management – Ensure that all product and process issues are raised, assist with the investigation and implementation of suitable containment action, and where applicable, work with other staff to implement corrective action
• Assembly Tooling – Ensure assembly tooling remains fit for purpose, report any defects to the OM/PM, and assist with the calibration of systems when required
• Health & Safety – Ensure company health & safety requirements are followed and ensure assembly work areas remain safe & tidy, assist with the correct segregation / handling and disposal of waste material

You will study on a Level 3 Engineering Fitter apprenticeship. On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Level 3 standard.

During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the training centre for one day a week for knowledge study.