Level 2 Composites Manufacturing Apprenticeship - Poole (September 2024 Intake)

Sunseeker

  • Poole, Dorset
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Level 2 Composites Manufacturing Apprenticeship - Poole (September 2024 Intake)Vacancy Reference: 001621Salary: £6.70 per hour starting rateClosing Date: 28/04/2024Location: Poole Quay ShipyardsEmployment Type: ContractHours Per Week: 40 hours per weekWhere to find usJob DescriptionAbout Sunseeker InternationalSunseeker founders dreamt of building a new kind of yacht. Breaking boundaries in early design, we've revolutionised the motor yacht industry since our conception in 1967. We've always set our sights on the top of the ladder, using our passion and drive to trailblaze with innovation and energy.Technical and design excellence is fundamental to the very fabric of being a leading yacht manufacturer. Company record-breaking new product development investments will double the Sunseeker range to 22 models by the end of 2023.Expert hands and extraordinary attention to detail. Passed from generation to generation, these are the most valuable skills required to make a Sunseeker.In an era of digital production and automated assembly, we stay committed to creating hand-built, hand-finished boats. With a workforce of c.2000 Team Members, the hustle and bustle of our Shipyards and workforce creates a place like no other. With long serving employees and over 150 apprentices in training, our Sunseeker family gives a true reflection of our local communityRole overview:In this position, you will play a pivotal role in the manufacturing of Composite components from Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). From large moulds such as boat hulls and decks, to small moulds such as locker lids, you will learn traditional wet-lay-up GRP techniques and advanced closed moulding GRP infusion processes. The role requires applicants who are searching for a labour intensive, team-based and, hands-on position. You will learn other aspects of Marine manufacture including, health and safety, production systems and quality measures.If you enjoy working in a team, this is the role for you.Salary: £6.70 per hour in year one, rising to £14.00 upon completion of training
Employment Type: 24 month fixed term training contract
Working Hours: 7:00am to 3:30pm (five days a week)
College Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm (block release - full week of study)
Working Location: Sunseeker Shipyard, Poole, BH15 4AB OR Sunseeker Willis Way, Poole, BH15 3SZ, or Sunseeker West Quay Road, Poole, BH15 1JDExample responsibilities include:
  • Wet lay up laminating using hand tools such as brushes and rollers
  • Cutting dry GRP materials
  • Measuring and mixing chemicals such as resins and gel coats
  • Finishing and repair work
  • Trimming
  • Vacuum infusion
  • Planning lay up operations
  • General housekeeping and application of LEAN tools such as 5S
Our ideal candidate:
  • Holds 4 GCSEs (predicted or achieved) including English, Maths at grades 9 to 2 (A* to E) or equivalent, such as a relevant level 1 vocational qualification (NVQ, C&G etc)
  • Is available to commence employment in September 2024
  • Has ambition to work in a fast paced construction environment in a factory setting (note: this apprenticeship is not based on the water)
  • Is able to provide some examples of your interest in hands on building and construction. For example; work experience completed in this field, or home/college/school/club projects you have worked on to build something
  • Is able to provide some examples of "extra curricular" activity. For example; Sports club membership or other associations such as but not limited to; Scouts, Guides, Cadets, Duke of Edinburgh Scheme, Charities or any other volunteering examples
Sunseeker apprentices benefit from:Alongside the opportunity to work closely with our remarkable products, Sunseeker offers a comprehensive benefits package to Apprentices.
  • Sunseeker provides a rewarding career starting with a 24 month fixed term training contract working towards a nationally recognised level 2 qualification
  • Paid block release to college
  • 22 days holidays plus bank holidays
  • A generous company pension scheme - 6% employer contribution
  • Company sick pay
  • Overtime when available (for those 18 or older)
  • Canteen facilities
  • The opportunity for a permanent contract with private medical insurance, dental care and an extra 3 days holiday. Promotion opportunities and further education options also exist on the completion of training.
Grading pay through the Apprenticeship is currently as follows and is subject to change:
  • Year 1. £6.70 per hour irrespective of age
  • Year 2. £8.60 per hour (Aged 18-20 £8.60) (Aged 21 and over £11.44)
  • On completion up to £14.00 per hour, plus overtime if available
There is no maximum age restriction or requirement for apprenticeship funding, however the pay grades remain the same. Any employment offers will be conditional upon; The Company receiving two acceptable references, proving your ongoing right to work in the UK and satisfactory evidence of your achieved qualifications. Key dates for assessment and interview processes to be confirmed , Sunseeker Shipyard Tour week commencing 1 July 2024. You must be available to start on Monday 2 September 2024.Take a look around the company
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