Graduate Apprentice - Engineering

GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description Summary

Would you like the opportunity to gain a BEng (Hons) Engineering: Design and Manufacturing qualification whilst working within an experienced Engineering Team? GE Caledonian is a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul provider within a growing industry that is consistently investing in state of the art technology. Reporting to the Engineering Leader, as part of the wider Engineering Team, you will be exposed to all aspects of the business from hands on experience through to supporting the design teams across a diverse global Engineering group. During this 4 years fixed term contract you will attend Strathclyde University monthly and participate in their Graduate Apprenticeship program where you will be required to demonstrate satisfactory progress towards achieving a BEng (Hons) in Design and Manufacturing.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Championing key site deliverables of Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
• Maintain a culture of continuous improvement and adoption of Lean principles.
• Develop knowledge across all aspects of the Engineering Team, workscoping, shop operations, repair, assembly and engine test.
• Work closely with SPO team, EH&S, Maintenance, Operations and NPI Project Leader in adherence to GE Aviation Management of Change requirements on projects and minor site changes.
• Utilise knowledge and experience to close out audit findings and quality reports through RCCA.
• Gain familiarity with technical documentation to ensure adherence to quality and driving efficiency throughout processes.
• Participate in the sites general engineering activities and issues including existing daily shop management structures.
• It is intended that the scope of this role may develop as successful candidate's knowledge and experience grows.
• Demonstrate satisfactory progress towards BEng (Hons) in Design and Manufacturing.

Required Qualifications

Applicants will have 4 Highers, (minimum B grades) including Maths and Physics.

Eligibility

• Must have settled status and been living in the United Kingdom (UK), the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man.
• Must have been living in one of these places for the three years immediately before the start of the course.
• Must also be living (ordinarily resident) in Scotland from or before 1st August.

Flexible Working

GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. As a new joiner to GE Aerospace we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs:

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available.