Plant Mechanic Apprentice (Level 2) - UK

New Ollerton
7 months ago
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Recently named as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For’ by Best Companies, J. Murphy & Sons Limited (Murphy) is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure.
 
Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; power and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.
 
Murphy employs around 3,600 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’ - directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. 

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About Us 

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.

Plant Mechanic -  Apprenticeship Programme

Day-to-day duties will include :

Attending team safety briefings.
Work closely with mentors to carry out repair and maintenance tasks on all types of plant and equipment.
Completing point of work risk assessments and job card information electronically using tablets .
Ordering and fitting parts to plant equipment as well as basic routine maintenance on all types of plant equipment.
Using the latest diagnostic equipment to diagnose and rectify faults on plant and equipment.
Ensuring good housekeeping is maintained in the workshop area.
Using and storing COSHH substances safely.
Completing all college course work and online assessment requirements. This apprenticeship course covers all the basic principles you need to learn to become a plant mechanic. 

You’ll learn how to service and repair machines and equipment, including replacing parts and checking and calibrating instruments. You’ll study everything from basic engineering skills to the latest technological advancements in electro-hydraulics and computerised control systems.

What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship?

As part of this apprenticeship you will follow the Construction Equipment Maintenance Mechanic Level 2 apprenticeship standard which takes 3 years to complete. At the end of the apprenticeship, you will achieve a Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plant Maintenance that will help you to build a rewarding career in the industry.

What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?

GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- D / 3-9 (or equivalent)
You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude!
Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.  Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them:

One Family, One Team, One Murphy 
Always Deliver 
Respect, Integrity & Accountability  
Never Harm 
Continually Improve   

What you’ll get in return 

Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development. 
Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.  
22 days holiday, plus bank holidays 
Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.  
Annual salary review 
Above market rate contributory pension scheme 
Health Care Cash Plan
Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations 
Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc 
Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.  Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?

This role will be from one of our Plant depots from Ollerton.

Our Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process consists of two stages:

Initial application (Don't worry if you don't have your own CV as of yet, instead please upload a document that tells us a little bit more about who you are, what you have studied and why you are interested in this apprenticeship). 
In-person interview It’s important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed, therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at .

Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK

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