Job summary
We are looking to recruit 2 engineering apprentices into the maintenance team at UHS. The apprentices will train as either Electrical (Electricians)or Mechanical (Fitter) engineers and gain experience in a number of areas of Building Services and Healthcare Facilities Engineering.As a maintenance Craftsperson Apprentice at UHS you will complete a time served apprenticeship (pro rata depending on current apprenticeship progress) across our hospital sites including Southampton General, Princess Anne and South Hants.
Our Craftsperson Apprentices are one of the many unique roles which keep our hospital running. The skills you will learn through an apprenticeship will allow you to learn and develop the skills to enable you to complete a varied range of tasks from small routine maintenance to critical emergency fixes. We will facilitate your training to become a fully qualified Craftsperson and to deliver our unique services. When done well, your work might go unnoticed by our patients but is always valued by our 13.5 thousand staff because we all know it takes over 250 job roles to deliver our hospital services and we are committed to working together to serve our community.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Skills Mechanical Apprentices will develop include: Pipefitting & Plumbing Mechanical Assembly Fault Finding Bench Fitting Lifting & Slinging Controls & Building Automation
Skills Electrical Apprentices (electrician) will develop include: Installation & maintenance of wiring & containment (Conduit, Tray, trunking) Safe working on low voltage systems including 3-phase 415v Fault finding & diagnostics Controls & Building Automation Commissioning of controls equipment Test & Inspection of electrical circuits
Previous engineering or construction experience is not necessary for this role; however awareness gained through activities such as vehicle maintenance, DIY or similar hand-on activity may be advantageous. The apprenticeship is open to all ages from 16 onwards and people from allbackgrounds. The following attributes would be beneficial.
Enjoys problem solving Able to apply learnt skills to real-world situations Enjoys undertaking hands on tasks Good communication skills Enjoys working as part of a team
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 (or C) or higher including English & Maths Fluent with use of internet & Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel) Interest in engineering Motivated to learn new skills Good time keeping
Core working hours are 07h30-15h30 Monday Friday
During your Craftsperson apprenticeship you will undertake training and instruction to achieve nationally recognised qualification as an engineering or building apprentice. Undertake practical training and instruction relating to the engineered or fabric services and process specific to the University Hospital Southampton Estate to satisfactorily achieve recognised craft status.
Apprenticeship Criteria
These roles are funded by the Government Apprenticeship Scheme and do not attract visa sponsorship. The Trust is only able to offer apprenticeships to people who are eligible under the Apprenticeship funding rules in force from time to time and who will remain eligible for the entire period of the Apprenticeship. If you need a visa to work in the UK, your visa must cover the entire period of the Apprenticeship.
If you are in doubt of your eligibility for funding we suggest that you check your eligibility prior to applying to avoid disappointment. The rules around eligible residency statuses can be found in Annex A of the Department for EducationsApprenticeship Funding Rules.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Skills Mechanical Apprentices will develop include: Pipefitting & Plumbing Mechanical Assembly Fault Finding Bench Fitting Lifting & Slinging Controls & Building Automation
Skills Electrical Apprentices (electrician) will develop include: Installation & maintenance of wiring & containment (Conduit, Tray, trunking) Safe working on low voltage systems including 3-phase 415v Fault finding & diagnostics Controls & Building Automation Commissioning of controls equipment Test & Inspection of electrical circuits
Previous engineering or construction experience is not necessary for this role; however awareness gained through activities such as vehicle maintenance, DIY or similar hand-on activity may be advantageous. The apprenticeship is open to all ages from 16 onwards and people from allbackgrounds. The following attributes would be beneficial.
Enjoys problem solving Able to apply learnt skills to real-world situations Enjoys undertaking hands on tasks Good communication skills Enjoys working as part of a team
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 (or C) or higher including English & Maths Fluent with use of internet & Microsoft office programs (Word, Excel) Interest in engineering Motivated to learn new skills Good time keeping
Core working hours are 07h30-15h30 Monday Friday
During your Craftsperson apprenticeship you will undertake training and instruction to achieve nationally recognised qualification as an engineering or building apprentice. Undertake practical training and instruction relating to the engineered or fabric services and process specific to the University Hospital Southampton Estate to satisfactorily achieve recognised craft status.
Apprenticeship Criteria
These roles are funded by the Government Apprenticeship Scheme and do not attract visa sponsorship. The Trust is only able to offer apprenticeships to people who are eligible under the Apprenticeship funding rules in force from time to time and who will remain eligible for the entire period of the Apprenticeship. If you need a visa to work in the UK, your visa must cover the entire period of the Apprenticeship.
If you are in doubt of your eligibility for funding we suggest that you check your eligibility prior to applying to avoid disappointment. The rules around eligible residency statuses can be found in Annex A of the Department for EducationsApprenticeship Funding Rules.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 x GCSEs at grade 5 (or C) or higher including Maths and English
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Desirable
- Some experience of engineering, DIY or similar either as a hobby or paid
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 x GCSEs at grade 5 (or C) or higher including Maths and English
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Desirable
- Some experience of engineering, DIY or similar either as a hobby or paid
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
