Operational Maintenance Apprentice
| Posting date: | 29 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £10.18 to £10.30 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 May 2024 |
| Location: | Hatton WwTW, Arbroath, DD112PJ |
| Company: | Veolia |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | JR16383_1714401506 |
Summary
Job title: Level 6 Operational Maintenance Apprentice (SVQ)
Salary: £10.30 per hour plus Veolia benefits
Location: Hatton
Programme Duration: 36 months
*Candidate shortlisting will take place w/c 27th May 2024 and assessment days will take place between w/c 3rd - 10th June 2024.
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone.
Our apprenticeship scheme puts you at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, contributing towards our purpose of protecting the planet's natural resources, while supporting the communities we work in.
We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.
We have an excellent opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic Apprentice Operator to
join our wastewater treatment works team in Hatton.
You will have the ability to earn while you develop and learn new skills. You will be learning
through a mixture of classroom study and on the job training. As an Apprentice Operator,
you'll learn everything there is to know about our wastewater network activities
What we can offer you;
- 25 days of annual leave + Bank holidays
- Access to our People's pension scheme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
- One paid days leave year to volunteer and support your community
Apprenticeship programme
You will be a part of Britain's largest wastewater treatment schemes in Scotland. Hatton wastewater treatment plant provides a very good example of the workings of a modern wastewater treatment plant in a climate of increasing environmental demands. Veolia will help you to develop your practical skills and knowledge required for you to succeed in this role as well as your future career. You will gain exposure to a range of experience. You will carry out tasks daily to support the team and keep them up to date with daily tasks.
What will you be doing?
- Carry out and report on a range of activities in line with established standard operating procedures.
- Monitor, test and analyse service performance and compliance with regulatory and business standards.
- Ensure equipment and resources are used, maintained and replaced appropriately to meet business standards.
- Carry out a range of routine activities in line with quality standards to ensure the smooth running of the overall process on a day to day basis
- Adhere to Health and Safety procedures in order to ensure the safety of self and others on-site.
- Work to company guidelines, including incident avoidance plans, to minimise business risk.
- Ensure that the Client's concerns and issues are dealt with or relayed promptly so as to ensure the smooth running of the overall contract.
- Draw samples and test as required ensuring the optimal running of the plant and equipment.
- Record and document all process information and analysis results.
What are we looking for?
- A minimum of 4 GCSEs Grade 4 (C or equivalent) or above/predicted to include Maths, English and Science.
- A Full UK driving licence (desirable due to travelling between sites for development)
- Good communication skills and telephone manner
- Attention to detail
Assessments
As a part of your online application, you will need to complete gamified assessment challenges before we can consider your application for this position. We promise it's not one of those boring assessments!
If you are successful at the application stage, we'll invite you to attend a virtual assessment day.
Our promise to you
We know that a genuinely good role goes both ways. So alongside your salary or hourly pay, you'll get 25 days of holiday plus an extensive benefits package, which includes our market-leading pension and share scheme, and a range of employee discounts. Also to help you further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you can lean on us whenever you need to.
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
Please note that if a high number of quality applications are received, this vacancy may close early. To avoid disappointment, please apply with plenty of time before the stated advert closing date.
Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.