APPRENTICE - Electrical & Instrument Technician, Isle of Grain, Kent

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Job Description And Qualifications

At Air Products, we’ve been helping our customers to become more productive, energy efficient and sustainable for more than 80 years. With approximately 19,000 employees and operations in 50 countries, we serve customers across a wide range of industries from food and beverage to medical, energy and transportation. We supply a unique portfolio of atmospheric and process gases, equipment, and services.

We’re looking for an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician APPRENTICE , someone who is self-driven and looking to take their first steps to a career in production of industrial gases. This is an excellent opportunity to develop skills within a high performing operating team.

Location: LNG Importation Terminal, Gate 1, Isle of Grain, Rochester, Kent, ME3 0AJ

Your Challenge …
You’ll be responsible for planning and doing routine and non-routine maintenance at Air Products’ site in Didcot and our satellite plants.

About You…

No prior experience is required, but you will need to bring commitment, passion, attention to detail, a strong desire to learn and strong sense for safety. If you have formal vocational qualifications (electrical distribution, equipment protection and controls) and can read electrical control drawings, it is a big plus. No 2 days are the same within this fast-paced operating environment. Team working and problem solving will be skills you rely on to succeed.

Interested? Read on…

In this apprenticeship, you will learn to fulfil the role below….

• Be given guidance and support
• Comply with safety policies and practices
• Work alongside Operations Service Centre (OSC) operators
• Assist with major on-site plant start/stops as requested from OSC
• Provide on-site troubleshooting and operational tasks
• Assist major on-site plant start/stops
• Provide on-site assistance to bulk loading, resolution of analysis issues etc.
• Complete plant logbooks and OSC communications
• Assist the plant management in development of work instructions
• Liaise and communicate with customers when required
• Work with the Plant Management team & Maintenance Support Manager (MSM) to ensure relevant & optimal planned maintenance programmes
• Work with technical staff and Plant Management to solve plant and equipment problems as they arise in the most effective way
• Carry out routine maintenance activities & rectification of defects in a timely manner
• Support corrective maintenance work associated with plant and equipment failures (breakdowns)
• Work with SAP & GMM (Global Materials Management), ensure correct spare parts inventory management
• Support plant management to develop & comply with site maintenance budget, and ensure works are carried out in a cost effective manner
• Provide local technical support on the site, including satellites/out-stations where appropriate for the electrical (primary) and instrument (secondary) disciplines and undertake subsequent training and development, for trouble-shooting and for the completion of small projects on site.
• Identify and be actively involved in development and execution of maintenance related productivity ideas
  

Working pattern
Initially Monday – Friday 09:00AM – 17:00PM with ½ hour lunch break. Varied shifts may be required in line with the needs of the business.

The Person Specification
Enthusiasm is the main requirement but please read the full list of criteria below.

Skills

Skills, Qualities & Knowledge Essential Desirable

GCSE Grades A to C or equivalent are essential, specifically Maths and English. 2017 grading system, grade 9 – grade 4 OR completed vocational qualifications (electrical distribution, equipment protection and controls) ü

Time management skills ü

Organisational skills ü

Attention to detail ü

Smart professional appearance ü

Self-motivated & reliable ü

Excellent communication skills ü

Genuine interest in the sector ü

Confident, happy and ready to learn ü

Computer Literate and a good understanding of Word, Excel etc ü

Must possess strong analytical skills and be able to solve complex problems in a logical fashion
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Must demonstrate respect and professionalism when interacting with others
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Vacancy Summary

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GCSE Grades A to C or equivalent are essential, specifically Maths and English. 2017 grading system, grade 9 – grade 4 OR completed vocational qualifications (electrical distribution, equipment protection and controls) ü Location: LNG Importation Terminal, Gate 1, Isle of Grain, Rochester, Kent, ME3 0AJ

Sector: Operations Framework/Standard: Maintenance & Operations Engineering Technician

Duration: 36-48 Months AVoL Ref:

Weekly Wage: £ Hourly Rate NMW for age Year 1, and Real Living Wage Year 2 and 3.

Hours per week: 39 Working pattern: Mon-Fri, 9-5 with ½ lunch

Pay Frequency: Time management skills Assisted Travel (will the employer be assisting this cost): Accommodation paid; travel home for weekends and holidays will be covered for Year 1 only. Year 1 training is based on site in Hull at HETA.

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Time management skills The company is being additionally cautious with regards to safety during the pandemic. Distanced working and hygiene measures in place.

Interview arrangements
First stage will be a telephone appointment with HR Partner, successful applicants will then be interviewed by site manager (on site).

At Air Products, we work in an environment where diversity is essential , inclusion is our culture , and each person knows they belong and matter

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a culture of respect, challenge and innovation – with excellent opportunities for growth and development.

If that sounds interesting, then come and discover, care and accomplish by clicking APPLY now.

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We look forward to hearing from you!

Req No.
32757BR
Employment Status
Full Time
Organization
Global Industrial Gases
Business Sector / Division
Industrial Gases EMEA
Region
Europe
Country
United Kingdom