Engineering Apprenticeship – Almac

Location: Craigavon

Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week (Inclusive of day release at college)

Are you ready to kick start your career in Engineering? If yes, we might just have the opportunity for you!

Almac has a strong track record in delivering apprenticeship programmes in several areas including Engineering. Building on this success of recent years, we are excited to recruit two Engineering Apprenticeships who will be enrolled on a programme of study with either SRC OR SERC.

This will be a 4-year programme, starting as a Level 2 apprentice and progressing to Level 3 following successful completion of year 1 and 2. Combining academic and on-the-job learning across a number of subject areas will lead you to the achievement of Level 2 and 3 Diploma in Engineering.

About us…

Almac Group is an exceptional, award winning, drug development solutions provider at the forefront of the pharmaceutical industry. Consisting of several business units who are supported by Central Services many core departments such HR, Information Services, Legal, Engineering and many more. These departments provide support and expertise to the wider Almac Group. Engineering activities take place both within Central Functions and across the wider business units.

We are delighted to offer two Engineering Apprenticeship opportunities within our Engineering Department at Almac Central Services.

Toolroom Machinist

As an Engineering Toolroom Machinist Apprentice, you will learn all aspects of the Almac toolmaking role including toolroom and workshop tasks such as material preparation, manual milling, lathe work, surface grinding, drilling, bench fitting and tooling assembly, progressing to CNC milling, lathe, surface grinding, EDM, setup, operation and programming at machine HMI.

This apprenticeship is run through SRC Portadown. To be considered for this course you must submit an online application/CV to Almac and also apply to the course via the link – ENGINEERING Level 2 Diploma Apprenticeship | Southern Regional College ( [Links Not Allowed]

Refrigeration

As a Refrigeration Engineer Apprentice, you will be required to attend training chosen by the training facilitator and when not in training you will report to work in Engineering Department. As part of your role you will assist with planned maintenance and general upkeep of company with all HVAC and refrigeration plant throughout the Almac business units. You will be involved in monitoring and ensuring the upkeep of spare and replacement part stock levels for relevant machinery. You will also assist with emergency breakdowns and completing scheduled maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration plant throughout Almac.

This apprenticeship is run through SERC Lisburn. To be considered for this course you must submit an online application/CV to Almac and apply to the course via the link – Level 2 Apprenticeship NI in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning – SERC

Our commitment to you…

We are committed to helping you achieve your potential through a structured programme of blended on-the-job training and mentorship. You will work in a high-quality environment, building on your experience and skills to help you develop your career within a growing organisation.

After successful completion of your qualification, there will be the opportunity to gain a permanent role and have a clear route for career progression.

What we are looking for

We are looking for motivated individuals who want to begin their career in Engineering, whilst further developing their skills that will help them succeed.

Reward

We offer the opportunity to earn as you learn in a supportive working environment in a world class organisation. Our attractive benefits package includes a competitive salary, annual bonus, 34 days annual leave, employer pension contributions, career development and much more.

Further Information

*Please outline on your application which apprenticeship you would like to be considered for.

*Any offers will be conditional on achieving the relevant qualifications outlined in the job specification.

A fantastic opportunity to earn as you learn! What’s not to like?

Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 10 June 2024

Skills:
Taking Initiative Communication skills Team Working

Benefits:
Flexible Schedules Professional Development + Growth Staff Discounts Attractive Compensation Package Work/Life Balance Employee Recognition Death in Service

For further information and to apply click here.