- NAS Reference
VAC001828474
- Weekly wage
£203.97
- Hours
39.00 per week
- Working Week
Shifts TBC
- Date Posted
01/03/2022
- Start Date
19/09/2022
- Location
Rotherham
- Expected Duration
3 years
- Status
Now Taking Applications
- Sector
Engineering technician
- Employment Type
Advanced Level Apprenticeship
- Employer
COLSON X-CEL LIMITED
Description of Opportunity
CNC Machining Apprentice; to train to effectively program, set and operate a range of CNC machinery to produce orders on time and to the required tight tolerances and high quality standards.
For more information about this vacancy please contact Recruitment Team
recruitment@amrctraining.co.uk - THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD (Ref ID: VAC001828474)
Strong interest in, and has experience of STEM related activities either from school or work experience
Has a basic understanding of the concept of engineering manufacturing
Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail
Strong numeracy and communication skills
Good standard of practical IT skills
Advanced Apprenticeships entry requirements:
A minimum of three GCSEs at grade 4 (or C) or above, including mathematics, English and science, technology, or engineering-related subject.
Applicants are required to successfully complete the AMRC and employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.
Is reliable, with effective time management skills and the ability to prioritise
Willingness and ability to follow management directions to achieve results
Excellent timekeeping & communication skills
During the first year you will be required to attend the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre in Sheffield, full time for an initial block of study
One Friday per month you will return to your workplace
After the initial block training you will attend the AMRC Training Centre for one day a week to undertake the knowledge study
The remaining four days will be spent in company learning on the job
Completion of this apprenticeship is just the start of your career and can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors.
The X-Cel Group, consisting of X-Cel Superturn and Vector X-Cel and Colson X-Cel is a long established group of companies who manufacture high specification component parts and assemblies. Colson X-Cel (with X-Cel Superturn) is based in the national hub of engineering expertise – the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) S60 5FS. The business manufactures onsite, distributing to blue chip organisations globally. A high proportion of our employees are apprentice-trained and for those who consistently display the positive attributes and share our strive to achieve and deliver excellent results, a career path is possible as the X-Cel Group continues to grow. You will be joining a motivated and efficient team, working to meet the customer deadlines and requirements on a daily/weekly basis. We look forward to meeting highly motivated individuals who are looking to commit to a challenge and long-term career with our business. Full training will be provided.