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The Vacancy
Pharos Generator Services Ltd are looking for an Apprentice to join the team based in Runcorn, UK.
Would you like to become a professional Engineer? Want to continue studying, learning and working towards professional qualifications? Join Pharos Generator Services and you can do both.
Working with our team of Generator Engineers you will develop skills, knowledge and experience across all aspects of Power Generation. Under the supervision of our qualified engineers, you will support a variety of engineering services carried out at our client’s premises or Pharos sites. This is an excellent opportunity continue your learning, gain practical experience and join a growing company.
Expected start date: 01/08/2025
The role:
Your apprenticeship is made up of learning on the job, attending college and gaining the academic skills to put into practice in your day-to-day job over 3-4 years. The learning programme is made up of modules and you’ll be required to evidence your work against these modules via practical tasks and assignments.
When you’re not at college you will be working with our expert team, gaining first-hand experience across the following power generation tasks: maintenance, installation, diagnosis, repair and testing services across a range of diesel generator sets, switchgear, control systems and associated equipment.
Skills, experience & qualifications:
* GCSE Maths, English, Science, ICT with grade 9-4 or A*-C
* Understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace
* Experience in a customer facing role would be beneficial but not crucial
The person:
The Apprentice Generator Engineer must have a keen interest in engineering, a thirst for learning and a strong work ethic to join our Runcorn team. Our team are busy, proactive and professional with experience in offering apprenticeships. We are looking for a good communicator and a natural problem solver with a positive attitude and a growth mindset to invest in.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Contributory pension
* 22 days holiday (increasing to 25 days after year 1) Plus Bank holidays
* Extensive development support and opportunities
Other requirements:
* Good physical health and fitness due to the nature of the work which will include lifting
* Ability to travel when needed
* Full UK driving licence
* Pre-employment checks, client clearances i.e: police, MOD
* Out of hours working and on call service when qualified
* Able to work overtime when necessary
Information:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: TBC
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Runcorn, Cheshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
In your application please confirm:
* Do you have a full UK driving licence?
* Are you able to start on or before 1st September 2025?
* What can you tell us about diesel generators?
* Why do you want to work for Pharos and be a Generator engineer?
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
Pharos Generator Services (PGS) is a UK-based company with more than 60 years’ experience in the power generation industry. We specialise in supplying, installing, commissioning, repairing and servicing diesel backup and emergency-power systems. Our diverse client base includes the Ministry of Defence, telecommunications giant British Telecommunications, the NHS, police and fire services and facilities management companies. Our state-of-the-art engineering services and support have been mobilised to the aerospace, automotive, telecommunications, electrical infrastructure and railway sectors.
PGS has been actively researching and exploring new clean fuel technologies to complement the switch to renewable sources of energy. Many organisations are relying on diesel generators for backup power. Our ambition is to explore how renewables and battery storage could be an alternative in certain situations. This transition will position PGS as an established provider of backup power supplies, thereby enabling our expansion in the UK and abroad.
Pharos Generator Services is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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