Mechanical Engineering Apprentices

Job Description MECHANICAL ENGINEERING APPRENTICES (Ref No 00107) About Us: The LYCRA Company has built a leading position in the Apparel industry over the years via a continuous stream of value-adding fiber, fabric or garment innovations enabled and supported by a network of strategic partners across the entire value chain. This contributed to make the LYCRA® brand a unique asset that still powers today one of the most iconic and valuable corporate franchises in the Apparel industry. It is all reflected in our corporate vision: “enhancing life through innovative garment solutions”. n The LYCRA Company has an exciting opportunity for ambitious, hard-working and motivated individuals, who are keen to undertake an Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship within the manufacturing sector. n Our four-year Engineering Apprenticeship Programme is delivered in partnership with the North West Regional College (NWRC) and is approved by Engineering Training Awards, City and Guilds and Pearson BTEC. n The Engineering Apprenticeship Programme will offer you the opportunity to gain practical, hands on experience working on manufacturing equipment, systems and processes at our Maydown site, combined with day-release at NWRC. n If you are successful in gaining a place on our Apprenticeship Programme, the content will be as follows: n n Years 1 & 2: Completion of NVQ Level 2 in Performing Engineering Operations, Level 2 City & Guilds Diploma in Engineering and BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering. n Years 3 & 4: Completion of NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance. n n Completion of the four-year Apprenticeship will result in: n n An Industry Recognised Apprenticeship; n A Level 3 National Vocational Qualification (ETCAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Engineering Maintenance); and n BTEC qualification (Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering). n n Following completion, there will be opportunities for further career development and salary progression within the Company. n Essential Criteria n n You must be aged 16 years old or over by 1st July 2024. n A minimum of 5 GCSE’s at Grade C or above, or equivalent, (or expecting to receive these by August 2024), which must include English, Maths and one Science-based subject. n Team-player with good communication skills. n Committed, self-motivated and willing to apply yourself to the demands of the Apprenticeship Programme. n Demonstrates behaviours driven by ethics and compliance. n n Desirable Criteria n n Previous, relevant work experience. n Can demonstrate examples of practical, hands-on experience. n n All the above criteria may be further enhanced to shortlist for interview. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 29th March 2024 at 4.30pm. n The Maydown site operates a no smoking policy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer n Our reference: AGS297 Vacancy : Mechanical Engineering Apprentices Location : Maydown site, Londonderry Salary : Competitive salary. Minimum rates are as follows: n Year 1 – £12,600 n Year 2 – £17,325 n Year 3 – £18,900 n Year 4 – £22,575 n Salary on completion – £28,350 n Hours : Monday to Thursday 8am to 4.30pm, Friday 8am to 3.30pm….