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Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation Apprentice (Portsmouth)

  • Veolia
  • Portsmouth
  • £22048 per annum
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This role gives hands-on experience in fixing, testing, and improving equipment at an Energy Recovery Facility. Apprentices will learn how to keep things running smoothly, solve problems, and follow safety rules while building important engineering skills.

  • GMFJ Reference
    259004
  • Wages
    £22,048 p/a
  • Hours
    40.00 per week
  • Date Posted
    26/03/2025
  • Start Date
    01/09/2025
  • Approx. Duration
    42 months

  • Location
    Portsmouth
  • Status
    Now Taking Applications
  • Sector
    Engineering
  • Opportunity Type
    Advanced Level 3
  • Employer
    Veolia

Description

Salary: £22,048 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, from 7:30 am to 16:00 pm

Location: Quartremaine Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire. PO3 5QH

Programme Duration: Up to 42 months


Candidate shortlisting will take place w/c 28th April - 5th May, with assessment days between w/c 12th - 19th May.


When candidates join Veolia, they’ll have the opportunity to help the world take better care of its resources and contribute to making it a better place for everyone.


Veolia’s apprenticeship scheme puts individuals at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, contributing towards the company’s purpose of protecting natural resources while supporting the communities they work in. Everyone at Veolia plays a part in making a positive impact, both big and small, while fostering an inclusive culture.


What Veolia Offers:

  • 25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays
  • Access to the company/people’s pension scheme
  • Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
  • One paid day of leave each year to volunteer and support the community
  • Access to resources that support physical, mental, and financial health
  • 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for the employee and family members in their household
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities to help individuals reach their full potential


About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical, Control, and Instrumentation Apprentice to join the team at Veolia’s Energy Recovery Facility in Portsmouth. This role offers the chance to learn about new and innovative technologies that will enhance operations for years to come.

  • You will be exposed to all aspects of the process, from plant operating techniques to preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs
  • Involvement in various plant efficiency improvements due to continuous advancements in technology, requiring the development of new skills and the integration of new equipment on site
  • Completion of planned preventative maintenance, overhauls, and planned shutdown works
  • Modifying, rewiring, fault-finding, testing, and inspecting equipment
  • Identifying plant improvements and engineering solutions
  • Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance on site


Next steps:

Before further consideration, candidates must complete a short, gamified assessment. Successful candidates will then be invited to a virtual assessment day followed by a site visit.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment, as applications may close early if a high volume of submissions is received.


Commitment to Inclusion:

Veolia is proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being recognised as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for individuals aged 55+.

As an equal opportunities employer, Veolia is fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual can be their authentic self. All applications that meet the minimum requirements will be considered, regardless of age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality, or veteran status.

If any reasonable adjustments are required during the application or interview process, candidates are encouraged to reach out for support.

For more information about this vacancy please contact GetMyFirstJob Recruitment on opportunities@getmyfirstjob.co.uk (Ref ID: 259004)

Company website : https://careers.veolia.co.uk/

  • Ability to follow health and safety policies and procedures and willing to challenge unsafe behaviour
  • Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new skills
  • Good Interpersonal Skills
  • Ability to work with others
  • Full UK driving licence (Desirable but not essential)

  • A minimum of 4 GCSEs Grade 4/C (or equivalent) achieved or predicted, including Maths, English & preferably Science

During the programme, apprentices will develop practical and behavioural skills while gaining the technical and professional knowledge required to succeed in their careers.


In addition, apprentices will achieve:

  • A Level 3 Instrumentation and Control Engineering BTEC
  • An NVQ Competency Certificate
  • Safety training


Veolia encourages applications from candidates who feel they may be overqualified, as a higher apprenticeship level may be considered depending on individual circumstances.

With many of Veolia’s colleagues starting their careers as apprentices, full support and guidance will be provided throughout the programme.

By the end of the apprenticeship, apprentices will have received industry-standard training and attained qualifications that will enable them to progress and reach their full potential.

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