Apprentice Service Engineer
Location: West Ealing, London
Salary: From £20,000 per annum
Start date: ASAP
Job type: Full-time
About the opportunity
We are currently recruiting two Apprentices to join Plasser UK Ltd (PUK), based in West Ealing, London. We are committed to developing our employees and building our own talent, this results in loyal and passionate employees who really care and deliver brilliantly for our customers.
This is the beginning of an exciting, challenging and very rewarding career. Developing people is key to our operational success, our Apprentice programme is important to closing the skills gap facing the Rail industry.
Employment details
- Anticipated start date: ASAP
- Starting salary: £20,000 per annum
- Following successful completion of a three-month probationary period, the salary will increase to £21,500 per annum
- Working hours: 37 hours per week
- Monday to Thursday: 7:00am to 3:45pm
- Friday: 7:00am to 11:00am
- Study at Inspiro Learning – will require travelling to Leicester on a Sunday in readiness for Monday start.
The apprenticeship programme
As a Plasser UK Apprentice, you will be enrolled on the NVQ - EAL Level 3 NVQ Railway Engineering Technician programme.
The apprenticeship is expected to last approximately three years. During this time, you will work closely with our experienced Service Engineers, Operations team and Training Department as you progress through the programme.
As part of the apprenticeship, you will also undertake training delivered by Inspiro Learning in Leicester. This will involve diarised periods of 18 weeks within the calendar year training away from home, during which you will be required to stay in Leicester. Accommodation and applicable travel and subsistence expenses will be provided and paid for by Plasser Uk in line with Company policy.
You will learn whilst developing your technical specialism, we will support you, give you every opportunity to continuously learn, develop, progress your skills and knowledge with the goal of achieving Service Engineer status.
It is very important to us that you, think of your apprenticeship as the very start of your professional career with Plasser UK to jump start and provide you with the underpinning technical skills within the engineering team, to enable you to work competently and safely under your own initiative or alongside other competent Service Engineers delivering the highest level of service to our customers.
Person requirements
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and determined individuals who are able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Applicants should ideally hold a minimum of:
- Grade C or Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics, or equivalent
- Grade C or Grade 4 in GCSE English, or equivalent
- Accept that 18 weeks of training per year will take place in Leicester to achieve the required qualification,
- On the job learning will take place at PUK West Ealing site.
- Study will take place at Inspiro Learning – Leicester
- The qualification requires a total of 550 guided learning hours split between time at Inspiro Learning & Workplace based tasks
Applicants who have the aptitude and commitment to study towards the required Mathematics and English qualifications during the first year of the apprenticeship may also be considered.
Due to rail industry requirements and safety standards, all apprentices must be at least 18 years old.
You may be well suited to this opportunity if you:
- Have a genuine interest in engineering
- Enjoy solving problems and taking on new challenges
- Can demonstrate relevant work experience, practical interests or extracurricular activities
- Are keen to learn and develop a long-term career within the rail engineering industry
- Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Role requirements
The successful applicant will be required to:
- Be medically and physically fit to hold a Network Rail Sentinel qualification
- Hold, or work towards obtaining, a full manual UK driving licence during the apprenticeship
- Be flexible regarding working hours, including weekends, nights and Bank Holidays
- Attend periods of training with Inspiro Learning in Leicester and stay away from home when required
- Work and lodge away from home for extended periods when operationally required
- Maintain a strong focus on customer service
- Understand, follow and work in accordance with established Company procedures
- Work safely at Plasser UK’s West Ealing facility and at customer locations
- Take a logical and structured approach to problem-solving and fault diagnosis
- Be proactive in expanding your knowledge of the technology and systems used on Plasser & Theurer products
Operational working away from home is not expected at the beginning of the apprenticeship but will become a requirement as you progress. Where applicable, accommodation, meals and other authorised expenses will be covered by the Company in line with Company policy.
Recruitment and assessment process
Shortlisted candidates will initially be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams to discuss the apprenticeship programme and their suitability for the role.
Candidates progressing beyond the initial interview stage will be invited to Plasser UK’s West Ealing facility to complete an application review and a basic aptitude and practical skills assessment. This assessment is intended to help us understand each candidate’s approach to problem-solving, practical tasks and learning.
We receive a high volume of applications for our apprenticeship programme and aim to manage the recruitment and assessment process as efficiently as possible.
About Plasser UK Limited
Plasser UK Limited is the sole authorised UK and Ireland agent for Plasser & Theurer Group products and services relating to rail infrastructure On-Track Maintenance Machines. This also includes ROBEL small plant equipment.
Our facilities and working practices have been developed to provide an inclusive and safe environment for all employees.
We specialise in:
- Engineering
- Delivery and commissioning of new On-Track Machinery
- Multidisciplinary projects
- Rolling stock and On-Track Machinery refurbishment and maintenance
- Service contract delivery for various types of On-Track Machinery
- Repairs and fault diagnosis on various types of On-Track Machinery
Plasser UK Limited recognises that people are our key resource, and we believe that excellent health and safety and well-being standards contribute towards their development and lead to excellent business performance. We therefore follow effective and inclusive procedures for recruitment, placement, and ongoing training along with the provision of adequate support to all.
How to apply
Please submit the following to [email protected]:
- Your current CV
- A covering letter explaining your interest in the apprenticeship
- Copies of any relevant qualifications or certificates you currently hold
Benefits
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Fully paid apprenticeship NVQ - EAL Level 3 NVQ Railway Engineering Technician
- Subsidised canteen
- Short workday on Fridays
- Competitive Apprentice salary
Work location: In person at West Ealing site, with periods at least 18 weeks of training in Leicester studying/ work away from home
Pay: From £20,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
