Apprentice Maintenance Technician

Introduction

An exciting opportunity is available for an Apprentice Maintenance Technician at our Washington site. This hands-on role offers the chance to develop engineering and maintenance skills within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting the upkeep, repair and optimisation of production equipment. 

About the Employer

Our Washington manufacturing site is home to a skilled team dedicated to crafting Hillarys’ high-quality, made-to-measure blinds. Located in the North East, the site combines expert craftsmanship with efficient production processes to deliver the exceptional products that our customers know and trust. As part of the Hunter Douglas Group, the global leader in window coverings, our colleagues benefit from the stability, innovation, and opportunities that come with being part of an internationally recognised organisation.

What You'll Do

• Support production breakdown maintenance activities, repairing and replacing production equipment while recording downtime data accurately
• Assist with equipment reconfiguration, including repositioning manufacturing equipment and services to support changing production requirements
• Complete maintenance and improvement tasks across all areas of the business
• Manage and maintain maintenance componentry, tooling and workshop inventory
• Follow work instructions, safe working procedures and company policies at all times
• Support compliance with relevant Health & Safety legislation and quality standards
• Identify and resolve maintenance issues in a timely manner, escalating where appropriate
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, providing updates on work progress and completed tasks
• Prioritise workloads and work to agreed schedules and deadlines
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness

Training Outcome

• There will be the possibility of permanent employment upon the successful completion of the apprenticeship

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4-9
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4-9

Course Information

Course: Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday- Thursday 7am- 4pm Friday 7am- 12pm

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE