Engineering Operative Level 2- Materials, Processing or Finishing Role
Summary
BEP Surface Technologies is looking for an enthusiastic Engineering Operative Apprentice to join its specialist engineering team in Radcliffe. You will gain practical experience within a busy metal finishing and surface engineering environment, learning how components are prepared, processed, finished and inspected while working safely and to high quality standards.
Annual wage
£8.00 per hour - current National Minimum Wage apprentice rate.
Training course
Engineering Operative Level 2
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm
37 hours across the published business hours. Break arrangements to be confirmed by the employer.
Duration
Typically 12 months, plus the end-point assessment period.
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
As an Engineering Operative Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced engineers and develop practical skills across BEP's surface engineering operations. Duties will include:
• Supporting the preparation of engineering components before processing and finishing.
• Assisting with metal finishing and surface treatment activities under supervision.
• Learning about processes used within BEP, including electroplating, surface finishing and related engineering operations.
• Supporting the handling and movement of components safely within the workshop.
• Using appropriate hand tools, equipment and engineering measuring equipment.
• Carrying out basic measurements and quality checks to ensure work meets required specifications.
• Reading and following job instructions, engineering information and operating procedures.
• Maintaining clean, safe and organised work areas.
• Following health, safety, environmental and quality procedures at all times.
• Identifying and reporting faults, hazards or problems to the appropriate team member.
• Working as part of the engineering team to meet production and customer requirements.
Full training and supervision will be provided, with responsibilities increasing as your skills, knowledge and confidence develop.
Where you’ll work
BEP Surface Technologies
Eton Hill Road, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 2XT
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED
Your training course
Engineering Operative Level 2
Your training plan
The successful candidate will complete the Engineering Operative Level 2 apprenticeship, following the Materials, Processing or Finishing pathway. Training will combine practical workplace development at BEP Surface Technologies with apprenticeship training delivered by Rochdale Training. The apprentice will work towards the mandatory Level 2 engineering operations qualifications required by the standard and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to work safely and effectively in an engineering environment.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 and above) essential
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have.
Skills
• Practical approach to problem solving
• Attention to detail and quality
• Good communication and teamwork
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Good organisation and timekeeping
• Willingness to learn new engineering processes and techniques
Other requirements
• Reliable and punctual
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Keen to learn and develop
• Safety conscious
• Responsible and respectful
• Able to work well with others
• Takes pride in producing high-quality work
About this company
BEP Surface Technologies is a specialist engineering business based in Radcliffe, Greater Manchester. The company provides electroplating, metal finishing and surface coating services, including hard chrome, nickel and copper plating, precision cylindrical grinding and surface finishing. BEP also manufactures and services copper-shelled heat transfer and chill rolls and works with industrial components ranging from small shafts to very large rollers. BEP has a continuous programme of apprentice recruitment and development across its engineering operations, providing an excellent environment to start and develop an engineering career.
After this apprenticeship
Successful completion of the apprenticeship will provide a strong foundation for a career within engineering, manufacturing and surface technologies. BEP states that it runs a continuous programme of apprentice recruitment and development across its business. Future employment and progression opportunities will depend on performance, business requirements and vacancies available at the time.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Nathan Finn
nfinn@rochdaletraining.co.uk
01706 631 417
