Assembly Apprentice (Komatsu)
We are looking for Engineering Apprentices to join our Assembly Department. We are looking for individuals with a keen interest in mechanical assembly, who are enthusiastic, reliable and have the willingness to work hard within an engineering environment.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
Komatsu is an international leader in the field of construction and mining equipment. The Company headquarters are in Tokyo and we employ around 65,000 people worldwide. We have a history of over 100 years “creating value together” through quality, technology and manufacturing innovation. Komatsu UK Ltd is based in Birtley, close to Gateshead, and employs over 400 people engaged in the design and manufacture of medium-sized hydraulic excavators.
Our Apprentice Programme is well established and we are proud to provide guidance, support and growth opportunities to help the success and development of our employees who began their career on the Apprentice Programme. We have a strong ethos of continuous improvement, and welcome ideas and suggestions from our employees.
We are looking for Engineering Apprentices to join our Assembly Department.
What will I do?
Initially you will be based at the TDR Training Centre in Longbenton.
Once you have completed your initial training at TDR, you will spend the remainder of the four year apprenticeship working at Komatsu UK in the Assembly Department.
In conjunction with TDR you will work to achieve your NVQ Level 3 Engineering Fitter and Advanced Apprenticeship.
What you will learn:
- How to work safely
- How to assemble hydraulic excavators to a high quality standard
- How to operate machinery such as overhead cranes and torque tools
- Fault finding
- How to follow work procedures/drawings
- Team work and continuous improvement
Salary and Benefits:
- Starting salary is £16,944 with regular increases
- 26 days holiday each year
- Company Gym
- Better Health at Work Programme
- Active Sports and Social Club with charity fundraising opportunities
- Opportunities for learning and development throughout your career
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- GCSE English Language or English Literature (Grade 4 or above) essential
- GCSE Maths (Grade 4 or above) essential
- There will be the opportunity to secure permanent employment on successful completion of the Apprenticeship
Join us for a Factory Tour to explore our site, learn about our operations, and discover the various apprenticeships we offer.
Tours will take place on Wednesday18 March at 11am and 3pm, or Tuesday 24 March at 4pm.
If you’d like to attend a Factory Tour please email HRTeam.UK@komatsu.eu stating which day and time is best for you.
YOU MUST APPLY DIRECT TO KOMATSU AS THEY DO THEIR OWN RECRUITMENT
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Komatsu is an international leader in the field of construction and mining equipment. The Company headquarters are in Tokyo and we employ around 65,000 people worldwide. We have a history of over 100 years “creating value together” through quality, technology and manufacturing innovation. Komatsu UK Ltd is based in Birtley, close to Gateshead, and employs over 400 people engaged in the design and manufacture of medium-sized hydraulic excavators.
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Durham Road, Birtley, Chester Le Street, County Durham, DH3 2QX
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