Our treatment plants and incinerators are at the heart of our business, and as our Apprentice Maintenance Engineer you’ll be delivering against our promise to protect what matters in a practical way, by servicing and maintaining a variety of machinery responsible for the safe treatment and incineration of clinical waste.
Our apprenticeship scheme is perfect for those looking to continue their learning journey onto Level 3 Engineering whilst gaining experience in a workplace environment. Through work experience, studying, coaching, training and development (both practical and vocational), the apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge and skills that you will gain from working closely with our experienced engineers.
*Ideal candidate must have already completed their Level 1 in Engineering & reside in the Bridgend and have a full driving licence.
The apprenticeship Involves:
- Working towards being fully conversant with all engineering aspects of the plant.
- Working with the team to record and carry out planned preventative, predictivemaintenance, work under the guidance of the Plant Manager.
- Training Development in Engineering skills specific to Stericycle Processing plants, and Continuous Improvements.
- You will play a key role in ensuring the plant complies to the Regulatory Compliant requirements.
- To be Involved with Problem Solving Exercises, and learn how to identify the root cause, and implement corrective actions to reduce, eliminate the failure mode.
- Working closely with the shift supervisors to ensure there are no conflicts with maintenance works and continued plant operation.
- Traveling to our different Stericycle sites with potential overnight stays, to receive additional training and exposure to a variety of machinery.
- Working with the team to maintain the workshop area and subsequent critical spares availability to ensure minimum downtime.
- Working towards being fully conversant with all engineering aspects of the plant.
- Completing maintenance logs in line with company B.M.S System.
To Succeed in this role:
- You’ll have already completed your Level 1 in Engineering.
- You’ll have and inquisitive mindset, and a Can-do Attitude. You will thrive on being involved in problem solving and improving plant integrity.
- You’ll have a very good degree of reliability, plenty of flexibility to fulfil all aspect of your training program.
- You’ll attend college and complete all course work in line with relevant deadlines.
How you’ll demonstrate your ability:
- Working for WM - Stericycle you’ll care about the environment and be committed to our values.
- You’ll demonstrate safe working practices at all times, and you’ll be comfortable in stopping work and helping others to identify any potential problems.
Why work for us:
- All our team members have a shared mission. To protect your health and well-being in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.
- You’ll be part of an industry leading compliance company that is a necessary part of the supply chain for hospitals, labs, dentists, tattoo artists, and private healthcare, amongst many others and as such, you’ll be a key member of our engineering team.
- You’ll receive an annual salary TBC on age range + plus company benefits
Operating from 20 sites across the UK and Ireland, Stericycle and its Shred-it brand are both widely recognized as the UKs leading healthcare waste specialist & Information security solutions provider. Built on unrivalled knowledge and expertise, we’re the clear leader in the delivery of safe, compliant, and sustainable solutions to an ever-increasing customer base.
Join us on our mission to protect health and well-being in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £10.85-£12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bridgend CF32 9TD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Have you passed your Level 1 in Engineering?
- We are unable to employ anyone under the age of 18, please confirm you are 18 or older to be considered for this role. Thank you!
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
