Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Various L6 Standards)
Recruiter
UK Atomic Energy Authority
Listed on
10th January 2020
Location
Culham
Salary/Rate
£11500 - £18500
Type
Contract
Start Date
2020-01-10
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Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Various L6 Standards) Job Ref:4288 Job type:
Fixed Term Contract Location:
Culham, Oxfordshire Salary:
£11,500 p.a. increasing to £18,500 p.a. by final year Closing date:
10th February 2020 Do you want to help shape the future of the world`s energy? The UK Atomic Energy Authority is the ideal place to make use of your skills, in areas from fusion technology research to autonomous systems. The UK Atomic Energy Authority`s purpose is to lead the commercial development of fusion power and related technology and position the UK as a leader in sustainable nuclear energy. Our apprenticeship scheme will enable you to develop both general work-related skills and professional qualifications to excel in your chosen discipline. All UKAEA apprentices are expected to complete national academic qualification as defined by the apprenticeship training standard and represent the UKAEA Organisation and attend external outreach and careers events. You will have the opportunity to pursue an apprenticeship in one of the following disciplines: L6 - Computer Science L6 - Embedded Electronic Systems Design L6 - Power Electronics L6 - Product Design & Development Engineering Click the apply button to find out more. We also encourage and support you to achieve professional accreditation. Our scheme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET). At UKAEA we strive to make everyone feel welcome and fully supported. Our Ambassadors are actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion in the organisation to help make our Organisation an employer of choice. UKAEA has a graded career structure and our mentoring scheme will enable you to reach your true potential. The UKAEA hosts and manages the JET nuclear fusion energy experiment on behalf of the EU and is also home to the UK`s MAST-U fusion energy experiment. UKAEA also works with industry and other third parties to develop new technologies currently in Remote Handling and Materials research. Following recent UK funding two new centres of excellence in tritium fuel handling and component testing and validation are being built. The culture at UKAEA promotes research, innovation and leading edge technological excellence, whilst investing in its people. Knowledge skills and experience Essential
-Minimum of Maths A level passed at Grade C
-Plus, two other A levels passed at Grade C
-Or relevant engineering BTEC L3 at MMM or above.
-Good communication skills.
-Demonstrate an interest and aptitude for practical work
-Normal colour vision - due to wiring regulations Special requirements:
-May be required to work with other trades and semi-skilled operatives in undertaking activities.
-May be required to work in controlled areas
-May be required to work at height Please note all employees working at the UK Atomic Energy Authority will be required to complete an online Disclosure Certificate application as part of their clearance - The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks will show the details of all current criminal convictions (convictions considered unspent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974) or will confirm that there are no such convictions. Selection Methods:
-Initial assessment centres will be held in early April. You may be required to attend a final interview in the middle of April.
-As part of the selection process you may be expected to complete work based simulation exercises and a personality profile either online or onsite. Notes:
-Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if large or sufficient numbers of applications are received.
-Please note UKAEA do not pay travel expenses for interviews. The UK Atomic Energy Authority actively promotes equality and values diversity in our workforce. We operate a number of flexible working arrangements (such as part-time working/job share/home working). Flexible working may be available with this role.
