Your key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the maintenance, repair and servicing of mechanical and electrical production equipment
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance to help keep machinery operating safely and efficiently
- Assisting with the diagnosis and rectification of mechanical, electrical and automation faults
- Learning to work with sensors, motors, actuators, control systems and PLCs
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical schematics and technical documentation
- Supporting the installation, commissioning and modification of new and existing machinery
- Working with the engineering and production teams to identify opportunities to improve machinery reliability and production efficiency
- Assisting with engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives
- Carrying out routine inspections and safety checks on machinery and equipment
- Recording maintenance activities, faults and repairs accurately
- Following company health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe working environment
- Developing practical engineering skills while working towards your Mechatronics Engineering apprenticeship qualification
- Taking an active role in your learning and development, both on-site and through your apprenticeship training
Training
- This is a Level 3 Mechatronics apprenticeship, delivered over a 30 month period
- The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, for the first 10 months
After the apprenticeship
As you gain experience, there may be further opportunities to progress into roles such as:
- Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
- Mechatronics Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- Electrical or Mechanical Engineer
- Senior Engineer
- Engineering Team Leader
- Engineering Supervisor or Manager
You will continue to develop your skills and knowledge through hands-on experience, further training and additional qualifications.
This is more than an apprenticeship - it is an opportunity to start and develop a long-term career within engineering and manufacturing.
There may also be opportunities to continue your technical education through further qualifications such as an HNC or HND depending on your career ambitions and performance.
As you gain experience and develop your skills, you will have the opportunity to take on greater responsibility, work on more complex engineering projects and build a rewarding long-term career with Stormking.
Things to consider
Must be able to travel to the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, as well as the company site in Tamworth.