Fairline - Engineering Apprentice

Company: Fairline Yachts Limited
Location: Oundle, PE8 4HN
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: £12,126.00 per year
Sector: Engineering
Ref: VAC-12519
Application Deadline Date: 04/06/2022
Start Date: 31/07/2022
Positions Available: 7
Working Week: Mon to Thur 7:00am to 4:00pm. Fri 7:00am to 1:00pm

Brief Description

Do you have an inquisitive mind and thrive on problem solving? Do you enjoy spending time fixing things? Would you like to help to build a luxury product for an established global brand? If your answer is yes, this is an opportunity you will not want to miss! Fairline Yachts are looking for apprentices to join their engineering team in Oundle.

Qualifications Required

To be considered for this role you will ideally need to have GCSE grades 9-4 (A*- C) in English and maths

If you don't meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - apprenticeships@bedford.ac.uk or 01234 291375

Personal Qualities

Enthusiasm
Excellent time keeping
Self-motivation
Desire to learn and be part of a team
Good worth ethic
Reliable and trustworthy

Skills Required

Good communication skills
Problem solving skills

Training to be Provided

Engineering Operative – Level 2
EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations
EAL Level 2 in Engineering Operations

Future Prospects

Potential of a full time position on successful completion of the apprenticeship. Potential to progress to a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship

Working for Fairline, you will be receiving the following benefits:
• Branded workwear
• Financial assistance for tools purchase
• Onsite parking
• Eye care vouchers
• Workplace pension (if applicable)
• Bonus scheme
• 32 days annual leave

Vacancy Detail

Set sail on your career working for a luxury global brand!

Based in Oundle, Fairline Yachts are a leading manufacturer in creating high quality, luxury Yachts. With a vast range of yachts already in production, a brand-new Squadron 58 line to be launched soon and further product launches on the horizon, it is the ideal time to come aboard and join the Fairline family.

During your apprenticeship you will be supported by a dedicated Apprentice Master and our highly experienced engineering teams to build your skills and knowledge in both mechanical and electrical engineering, to effectively support the team to install a variety of mechanical and electrical systems including (but not limited to); stabiliser systems, sea-fire installations, domestic plumbing systems, 240-volt domestic systems and cabin lighting wiring circuits. Through working within a specialist boat building environment, you will gain valuable, engineering experience to help kick start your engineering career.

Other Information

*Please note applicants must be over 18 years of age due to site restrictions*

Salary forecast:
Year 1 - £5.84 p/h
Year 2 - £6.97 (21-22yrs olds £9.18 and 23 year old + £9.50) p/h
(Start Level 3 Apprenticeship)
Year 3 - £8.13
Year 4 - £10.40