Current Vacancies

Every company says that 'people are our biggest asset'. In the case of Quartzelec that is literally true.

By joining Quartzelec you will become part of a local team, with the potential to become part of a truly nationwide service provider and with specific opportunities for overseas travel and long-term worldwide placements.

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Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

Due to continued growth, we are now seeking apprentices for Mechanical Engineering to join the team within the Rugby business unit.

The role will offer the individual to get involved in all aspects of engineering process within the rotating machines industry, ultimately working within one of the Quartzelec support functions.

Responsibilities

The activities undertaken are both diverse and challenging as it covers all aspects of the design, manufacture and repair of machines which are often highly complex.

Responsibilities and Duties may include:

To participate in the apprentice programme with motivation and conscientious rotating through the business to experience all aspects of the rotating machines engineering processes. This includes machine shop activities, generator/motor build, mechanical fitting, electrical testing, CAD, and engineering design
Work safely and attentively, regarding yourself and colleagues’ health and safety at work
Keep others informed of information that contributes to the performance of the team, department, or company
Attending lectures, practical sessions, and visits as per training provider learning plan
To complete and pass all assignments by deadline set
To attend the workplace during non-term time
Always adhere to company policies and procedures
Work with MGTS external assessor to produce workplace assessment training plans

Your key responsibilities and accountability on completion of your apprenticeship may include:

Producing Components using Hand Fitting Techniques
Maintaining Fluid Power Equipment
Wiring and Testing Electrical Equipment and Circuits
Preparing and using Lathes for Turning Operations
Preparing and using Milling Machines Producing Mechanical Engineering Drawings using a CAD System (Solid works)

Qualifications, Experience & Personal Attributes

By joining Quartzelec you will become part of a team, with the potential to become part of a truly nationwide service provider and with specific opportunities for overseas travel and long-term worldwide placements.

This is a 4-year apprenticeship resulting in a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering. The first year will be spent at Midland Group Training Services (MGTS) in Coventry learning core practical and theoretical elements of the role. For the following years, apprentices will attend MGTS on a day release basis to complete the necessary educational requirements for the programme.

We are seeking motivated and ambitious individuals to join our team who possess or are predicted to gain 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent). Grades must be A*- C / 9-5 for Maths and A*- C / 9-4 for English, Science and two other subjects.

The following qualifications are attained through this apprenticeship:

Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
Level 2 Award for Foundation Phase Gateway Assessment
BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence)