Job Ref

N108

Location

Newton Abbot

About us

MB Aerospace Newton Abbot Ltd, a Barnes Aerospace Company is an international group providing complex engineering solutions to some of the key names in the Aerospace and Defence market. Operating from sites close to our key customers in North America, Asia and Europe, the MB Aerospace group provides advanced technological solutions to the Aerospace and Défence industry, leveraging an in-depth knowledge of fabrications, machining and the global supply chain to support complex aero-engine component manufacture and repair.

Job Description

MB Aerospace Newton Abbot Ltd, a Barnes Aerospace Company is an international group providing complex engineering solutions to some of the key names in the Aerospace and defence market. Operating from sites close to our key customers in North America, Asia and Europe, the Barnes Aerospace group provides advanced technological solutions to the Aerospace and Défense industry, leveraging an in-depth knowledge of fabrications, machining and the global supply chain to support complex aero-engine component manufacture and repair. As an Apprentice Engineer you will be developing a varied skill set focused around Manufacturing, specifically leading to a focus on maintenance.

The engineering apprenticeship includes inhouse training and is in partnership with Exeter College, who deliver the accredited training element of your qualification. You will be working towards a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Mechatronics Maintenance Technician apprenticeship standard. During the first 15 months of your engineering operative apprenticeship, you will spend 2 days a week at Exeter College in term time and 3 days per week in the workplace. You will have the opportunity to develop both your practical ‘hands on’ skills and theory-based knowledge of mechanical engineering.

For those who have shown commitment and achievement in both their practical and academic work there could be an opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Mechatronics Maintenance Technician

This position sits in our Newton Abbot, UK facility and will report to a Senior Manager within our Operations or Engineering department.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake H&S checks
Adhere to company regulations
Undertaking practical training
Machine parts to set standard and requirements
Maintain hygiene and remain presentable
Coolant and hazardous substance management
Communicating with others throughout the factory effectively
Maintaining workshop standards
College Projects and Portfolio
Behaving responsibly with the work environment

Job Requirements

GCSE or Equivalent Grade 4 – 9 in Math’s, English & Science
A natural curiosity for how things work and are made
A proven extracurricular interest / hobby in engineering-based activities
The ability to work effectively in teams
Demonstrable good communicate skills and take personal responsibility for your own development

The duties of the post may change from time to time without altering their general character or the level of responsibility entailed. The job holder must:

Be aware of the Company’s aims, organisational values and behaviours and their impact on this post.
Participate in the Company’s performance management process (Appraisals)
Carry out the duties of the post in accordance with the Company’s Equality in Employment Policy
Carry out all duties and responsibilities with reasonable care for the health and safety of you and any other person who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work and to co-operate fully with the Company in health and safety matters.
To comply with the Data Protection Act

The above mentioned duties are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be called upon to carry out such other appropriate duties as may be required within the grading level of the post and the competence of the post holder.

MB Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MB Aerospace is a subcontractor to the United States Government and provides defence services involving technical data and products governed by the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. parts 120 - 130 and the Export Administration Act and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. parts 730 – 774 (“Export Laws”). All candidates are subject to review and governance under such Export Laws and any offer of employment may be subject to additional considerations and/or conditions.

MB Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other protected class. MB Aerospace is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact us.

Function

Engineering

Status

Full Time

Type

Fixed Term Contract

MB Aerospace

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