Apprentice Maintenance Engineer

Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. You will work alongside experienced colleagues in the Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) Mechanical Team, overseeing routine checks of a variety of plant and equipment as well as carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance.

• Future prospects

  Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead on to a permanent position with the university. This will be discussed on completion.  

• Training

  You will work as an Apprentice Maintenance Engineer. You will be required to complete a 4-year training programme that will cover all aspects of the role and will be delivered through in-house training, as well as day-release at Newbury College ( Monks

• Skills Required

  Ability to communicate clearly, Strong communicator on phone, Strong communicator in person, Aptitude for learning, Willing to work flexibly, Adaptable manner, Courteous to colleagues, Courteous to customers, Punctual, Good at time keeping, Strong work ethic, Manual handling experience, Able to fulfil demands of role, Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Experience of smart device

• Qualification Required

  GCSE English (Grade 4/C) Essential
  GCSE Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
  Other Engineering (Grade Pass) Desired
  Other STEM subject/s (Grade Pass) Desired

• Employer Description

  We are the largest employer in Oxfordshire with around 14,000 staff working in and around Oxford in a huge range of roles. We are proud of the apprenticeship opportunities we offer and have a successful record of helping local young people from education in to their first job. Apprentices are never on their own, working with the support of their colleagues, managers and trainers they develop the skills and qualifications required in the modern world of work. Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career. We provide all of our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that enable everyone to progress and do their best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.

• Things to consider

  The team are based in the DLO offices in South Parks Road and are required to carry out work across the University Estate – generally in Central Oxford. Applicants must be able to travel across our estates and must be able to travel to Newbury College during Term Time. Pre-employment screening All offers of employment are made subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures, found at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Apprenticeship roles are not eligible for sponsorship under the Tier 2 visa route normally used for employed roles but there are other visa routes which candidates may be eligible to apply under. This role will include working with hazards and/or safety-critical duties. Please e-mail: business@newbury-college.ac.uk if you would like a copy of the full job description.

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