Job Summary
For three decades, Unipres has prided itself on delivering excellence in the automotive industry from our plant in Sunderland. We are a global company powered by local people – focused on achieving product excellence, committed to developing our skilled workforce and dedicated to driving forward innovation across the automotive industry.
The Sunderland plant, is the focal points of Unipres operations in Europe. As a manufacturer of press-formed automotive components, we apply technical skills, including expertise in safety and environmental performance, to create a range of technology solutions tailored to meet the needs of our customers.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic IT Apprentice to join our dynamic ISD Department. This role is designed for individuals looking to kick-start their career in information technology. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide PC support for end users, including support of Microsoft Office packages and third party software.
* PC networking, printer, peripheral and mobile device support including dealing with Third-Party maintenance providers.
* Provide administrative support for Hardware Asset management, maintenance and upgrades.
* Provide administrative support for Software Asset management and inventory.
* Support new system implementation.
* Assist the Site IT Infrastructure Team in maintaining support and administration to ITIL standards and in accordance with Unipres Corporation security and performance standards.
* To ensure that all work is completed in line with company policies and procedures.
* Any other duties as requested to assist in the effective management of the department.
* To ensure that all safety, health and environmental policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe working environment.
* To advise management of any safety, health or environmental concerns immediately and where possible will take action to reduce risk of harm.
Essential Skills / Experience / Qualifications
* Strong Maths and English skills.
* An enthusiastic approach to personal development and continuous learning.
* Capable of and comfortable communicating with people at all levels, using a variety of communication methods.
* A flexible approach to challenges and changes.
* Ability to react quickly and use initiative to solve problems.
* Ability to prioritise and organise own workload.
Beneficial skills / Experience
* A recognised qualification in ICT related skills.
* A good knowledge of Microsoft Office/Office 365
* Knowledge of a Microsoft Server infrastructure
* Knowledge of virtualised Server environment
The Training Provider for the Level 3 Information Communication Technician Apprenticeship is Sunderland College and the off the job training will be delivered one day a week virtually.
Company Benefits
* Annual holiday entitlement of 26 days and 8 Bank Holiday (company shut down in summer and Christmas)
* Free onsite car park
* Free electric car charging points on site
* Car lease scheme
* Pension (GPP) 4.5% employee and 4.5% employer
* Life Assurance 4x pensionable pay (after 1 years service for GPP members)
* Private healthcare
* On-site occupational health support
* Company sick pay
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Cycle to work scheme
* Profit share
* Sports and social club
* Long service awards
* Monthly prize draw
* On- site canteen
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: £19,961.04 per year
Work Location: In person