Railway Engineering and Track Maintenance Apprenticeship

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Job Description

Railway Engineering and Track Maintenance Apprenticeship
Taff's Well
Apprentice Salary - £7.55 per hour

Our client is pleased to announce their new Railway Engineering and Track Maintenance Apprenticeship in Taffs Well.

As an apprentice, you will get more than just an education. You will receive expert training, earn while you learn and develop skills for life. It is just the beginning of an exciting journey that can lead to varied career options.

To be considered for this exciting and rewarding opportunity, candidates must not:

1. Hold any rail-related qualifications
2. Hold an engineering qualification at level 3 or above
3. Be working towards any other funded apprenticeship programme

Candidates must:

1. Have a basic level of English and Mathematics - As this is a level 2 framework, Level 1 English and Mathematics will be required
2. Be physically and medically fit
3. Be free of any controlled substances
4. Be willing to travel
5. Be living in Wales
6. Be willing to undertake manual labour in all weather conditions
7. Be willing to work various shifts including days, nights, weekends (nationwide) in a safety critical environment and as part of a wider team
8. Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test prior to the enrolment stage

The Benefits:

Apprenticeships are an amazing way to enter the job market; whilst gaining a recognised qualification, you will be adding valuable experience to your portfolio that will put you ahead of the competition.

Perhaps university wasn’t for you; an apprenticeship will equip you with practical skills as well as theoretical knowledge AND you get to earn whilst gaining this vital experience.

You will join a team who will provide you with support, mentoring and development to help you achieve your apprenticeship.

1. Minimum of 24 hours per week
2. PPE will be provided

So, if you have a 'can do’ attitude and are open to learning, gaining knowledge and immersing yourself into the railway industry, please apply by submitting your CV.

Please note, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and our client reserves the right to close this advert early should a sufficient number be received. As such, they would encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.