Overview
Materials Engineering Apprentice (Level 3) – Balfour Beatty
Location: Lochgilphead, Scotland, United Kingdom
Department: Science Apprenticeship - Materials L3
Location: Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute
Compensation: £20,350 - £24,985 per year
What you will be doing
* Working alongside other team members, testing the properties of construction materials including concrete, aggregates, cement, grout, and admixtures.
* Improving the performance of existing products, and trialling them to provide the most optimum performance.
* Assisting to bring materials testing into the 21st century using new technologies, including automated processes, ergonomic equipment, and new recording and reporting methods.
* Developing an understanding, knowledge and practical methods used to examine materials, including non-destructive testing (NDT).
* Following testing methods to ensure safety and quality to support the laboratory in maintaining its UKAS accreditation to BS EN ISO 17025 while operating at high standards.
* Travelling to and from sites, collecting materials to be tested.
Training and development
* Undertake a 21-month apprenticeship to Level 3.
* Ensure all work is undertaken safely in accordance with required processes.
* Undertake testing of materials including aggregates, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with required standards, in the laboratory and on construction sites.
* Comply with the high standards of work required by the Quality Management Systems to required deadlines.
* Maintain equipment to required standards as required by the Laboratory Manager.
* Proactively communicate with senior staff to ensure effective communication.
* Attend training courses and assessments as required by the apprenticeship standard and maintaining training records.
Future opportunities
* Level 4/5 Technician Scientist apprenticeship
* Senior technician
* Laboratory Manager
* Materials Engineer
* Project lead
About you and requirements
* We’re looking for a creative and committed individual who is proactive in identifying problems and defects.
* Comfortable collaborating with others and taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of your work while managing your time effectively.
* Flexible to work across various locations and willing to travel and be on your feet.
* Be prepared for a challenge, with enthusiasm, collaboration, and a desire to learn.
* Age 18+, full UK Driving Licence, access to your own car, and happy commuting as required.
* Experience is beneficial, but attitude and aptitude are essential; upskilling or reskilling in a skilled industry is the focus of the programme.
* Be eligible to work in the UK; you must have the right to work in the UK and meet government apprenticeship eligibility criteria.
Additional details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Internship
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Education Administration Programs
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