Apprentice Thermal Insulation Engineer - Ellesmere Port

Thermal Insulation Technicians apply multi-layer applications of specialist insulation systems, comprising of layers of high performance insulation, vapour barriers and weatherproof cladding. Thermal Insulation Technicians create bespoke patterns using technical drawing equipment to fabricate specialist cladding materials, which are applied on top of specialist insulation systems to complex pipework, ductwork and vessels.

The cladding material is required to protect the equipment from environmental damage and for personnel protection from very hot or very cold surface temperatures, whilst maintaining the equipment within the plant. Thermal Insulation Technicians can expect to work in a supervisory capacity, mentoring and advising other operatives and assisting with the management of projects.

They will ensure the appropriate standard and quality of work is maintained and that it conforms to the design specifications, taking any corrective actions they consider necessary. Thermal Insulation Technicians may work on a diverse range of sites including:

• Power Generation, Nuclear, Oil and Gas sites
• Petrochemical and Process Plants including Pharmaceutical

Candidates could be required to work away from home or on sites which are not local to their home address.

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Patience

• English Language GCSE or equivalent, grade Grade 4 or better (Essential)
• Mathematics GCSE or equivalent, grade Grade 4 or better (Essential)