Job Title:  Mechanical Manufacturing Apprentice

Job Title:           Mechanical Manufacturing Apprentice

Job Location:    Malvern

Job Type:          Permanent, Fulltime

Salary:               £26,400

Job ID:              19987

At QinetiQ we are creating a workplace that is inclusive; where our differences are not only embraced but make us stronger. A place where we can connect with each other and benefit from the experiences and thinking from people with varied backgrounds, and at different stages in their careers.

Role Purpose:

Build skillset and succession plan/resilience for the Malvern Workshop.  The Malvern workshop responds to R&D requirements from all/any projects, typically from scientists and engineers looking to explore ideas. We need to develop an induvial and a range of experience levels in the workshop.  We are looking for someone who loves solving problems with their hands. 

Key Accountabilities:

• Take on board new skills 
• Listening to senior crafts people 
• Learning machining and assembly skills 
• Learning hand tool skills 
• Reading of technical drawings 
• Understanding design concepts and process 
• Learning about configuration control and quality management systems 
• Geometric Tolerancing and Inspection 
• Workshop maintenance/husbandry 
• Health & Safety in the Workshop environment 
• Good Communicator at all levels 
• Good Time Management Skills 

Key Capabilities/Knowledge:

• Curiosity 
• Integrity 
• Honesty 
• Mechanical sympathy 
• Problem solving ability  
• Analytical thought process 

Apprenticeship:

Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship - https://www.gloscol.ac.uk/course-details/?id=TP122564&occId=MACTEC/25-R1

Experience and Qualifications:

• GCSEs in English, maths and science at grade 9-4 or A*-C

How to apply:

Please fill in the application and include both a CV and a covering letter.

Our Benefits (the list is not exhaustive):

• On demand learning, access to courses, modules, and lectures via multiple digital learning platforms
• Coaching and Mentoring
• 25 days annual holiday excluding bank holiday
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Flexible Benefits package
• Employee discount portal
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee-led networks 

Security:

Many of our roles at QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment, subject to approval. Many roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information, which means factors such as nationality, previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may impact your role.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum. Further guidance regarding clearances can be found: UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

Please also be aware that under immigration rules, our Early Careers roles do not meet the legal threshold for candidates who are resident in the UK on student visas. 

Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported.  If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. 

QinetiQ is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all background, come and be part of our team!

To find out more about Life at QinetiQ, please see the link:   Life at QinetiQ

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