Annual wage £13,312.00 Working week 7AM – 4PM Monday to Thursday (30 minutes lunch break) 7AM – 1PM Friday (no lunch break) Total hours per week: 40 Expected duration 42 Months Possible start date 10 Jun 2024 Date posted 03 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000241541 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day Interpret component drawings supplied as hard copy or computer generated images. Use optimum process and correct tools for each stage of manufacture. Produce components in line with customer requirements. Checking the component dimensions using a range of measuring equipment to include digital micrometres, height gauges, Vernier’s, and in-process gauging. Conduct basic routine machine maintenance checks. The training you will be getting Level 3 Metal fabricator apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills if required. Qualifications include; Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) This programme is delivered via a day release delivery model which means that one day per week, your attendance is required at our Engineering campus, NG17. This attendance is required during term time only. You will work with expert assessors to develop new knowledge, skills and behaviours within the profession. You will experience a blended learning model. You will gather learning evidence, journals and off-the-job records using your e-portfolio. At the end of the planned learning period, it will be agreed that you are ready to enter 'Gateway' and for your End Point Assessment to be arranged. What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship There is potential for the right candidates to move into a Management or a Technical Role, fully supported by a Continuous Professional Development programme within Abacus. The candidate will be expected to sit an aptitude test prior to the interview process. Abacus will contact you via email or telephone, please ensure that you check your emails frequently. Successful applicants will be given guidance as to how the interview process will be conducted. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A/C - 9/4) Essential GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A/C - 9/4) Essential