Apprentice engineer - rothwell - united kingdom, kettering, northamptonshire

we have an exciting opportunity for someone to join one of the fastest growing powered access companies in the uk and start on the path to a successful and rewarding engineering career.

read on to find out how you can develop your skills with us as an apprentice engineer based in rothwell.

for this apprentice engineer role, salary is based on the national apprenticeship rate of £4.81 per hour plus benefits (for the first 12 months, after which the rate is dependent on age).

we will provide the successful applicant with a structured programme of training, both within our workshops and externally through a college, leading to valuable nvq qualifications.

to join us as an apprentice engineer applicants will be required to sit a short maths and english entrance test to qualify for college.

about the role:

3-year apprenticeshipwork towards nvq level 3 in plant maintenancevaluable practical experience in an industry where qualified engineers are in demandwork with mechanical and electro/hydraulic systemsservice and maintain an expanding hire fleet of modern truck-mounted powered access machinerywe would welcome applications for this apprentice engineer role from candidates with an interest in developing their skills in the following areas: engineering, trainee, apprentice, engineer, nvq, apprenticeship, apprentice, college, plant maintenance, mechanic.

benefitswe offer an excellent benefits package:

25 days holidays per year, plus statutory holidaysinclusion in a profit share schemean auto-enrolment pension scheme with employer contributions (from aged 22, but voluntary enrolment can be made before this age. opt-out available)death-in-service benefit of 2 x salaryhealthcare cash planafi rewards (shopping discounts)£100 christmas bonusin addition, we have invested in an excellent induction programme, and staff training (we currently hold an investors in people award).

essential skillsyou will need to have maths and english gcse's grade 4 or aboveyou must have a clear interest and aptitude for practical engineeringyou will need to demonstrate enthusiasm for the roleyou must work well under pressure and take instruction wellabout companyafi group is a leading provider of access solutions, from the hire and purchase of access equipment, to accredited training and service / maintenance of machines. with a current network of 21 hire locations across the uk, afi has a strong emphasis on health and safety and is proud to hold various accreditations (iso9001, iso14001, iso45001, 5* achilles buildingconfidence, gold rospa award - to name a few).

please note that we operate a 2-stage interview process and online testing to screen candidates.

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