Apprentice Tram/Light Rail Engineer

About this opportunity

Metrolink are looking for an engineering apprentice to start this once in a lifetime career opportunity. This apprenticeship will follow a 4 year engineering pathway, which will include training in all areas to support the network and fleet of trams.

A normal day would include:
• Supporting the operation and maintenance of the Metrolink system
• Learning and developing skills in areas such as mechanical and electrical maintenance inspection and testing, fault finding, breakdown repair, and electronic engineering
• Working as part of the team on the 24/7shift system
• Producing and maintaining accurate records in accordance with role requirements
• Demonstrating continual commitment to develop your skills and knowledge throughout your apprenticeship.

The apprenticeship is fully structured throughout. Year 1 and 2 providing training across a range of engineering skills. Year 3 and 4 will be structured to focus on the final skilled role-related training to become an engineering technician in one of engineering trades within Metrolink.

Your continuous aim will be to develop your skills and knowledge throughout your apprenticeship, to become a fully competent team member on completion. The ability to work safely and effectively in a time constrained environment is an essential requirement of the apprenticeship.

Successful applicants progressing to the later stages of the selection process will have the opportunity to discuss the specific roles with existing skilled Metrolink engineers.

What you could go on to do:
Progress within the company in the longer term. The company are looking for people who want to learn, grow and thrive in the organisation.

How you will be supported:
Full support will be provided by our skilled engineering assessors and trainers at The Growth Company.

What will happen next:
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any other information you need
• Any Assessments you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

The successful candidate will have achieved GCSE minimum grade C/4 in maths, English, science and IT

Personal Qualities

A presentable person with a desire to learn new skills.
Willingness to work in a hands-on engineering role
Good interpersonal/ team working skills
Dependable/ good timekeeping
Positive, adaptable and flexible attitude to work and personal development
Mature approach and understanding of the work environment

Skills

Ability to work in a logical, organised manner
Committed to a career in light rail engineering
Good communicator – verbal and written (emphasis on reports and documentation)
Able to work safely in the workshop and on the network
Able to interpret specifications and technical information
Ability to work effectively, efficiently and safely to schedules and deadlines