Engineering Fitter / Vehicle Conversion Technician Apprentice
Gowrings Versus Mobility are keen to recruit and support an enthusiastic apprentices who are eager to learn on the job. This opportunity will give you a wide skill set, converting vehicles into wheelchair accessible vehicles, from removal of the internal parts and trim of a vehicle to fitting electrical equipment such as winches, sensors and ramps.
Role
- Removal of vehicle external and internal parts / components
- Fitting of hydraulic equipment, lifts
- Trim and finish carpet & vinyl components fixing with adhesives
- Modification & fitment of fuel tank, exhaust, brake and Fuel pipe systems
- Refitting of vehicle internal and exterior including trim panels, carpet, head lining, lighting, and bumper
- Fitting of electrical equipment. Including winches, reversing sensors, belts, lighting
- Fitting of options as per customer specifications, including seats, ramp, storage
- Modification and fit trim-related sub-assemblies
- Under seal spraying
- Keep good housekeeping of work area
- Safe use and general maintenance of power tools and equipment
Training
- The Apprentice will work towards their Level 3 Engineering Fitter Standard with either a mechanical or electrical pathway
- This will be through training with Gowrings, weekly day release to college and workplace training and reviews
- Functional skills maths and English Level 2 will be delivered in person if required
- On-going training and development is encouraged
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Engineering fitter (level 3)
- Training Provider
- WEST BERKSHIRE TRAINING CONSORTIUM
- Working Week
- 7am – 4pm Monday – Thursday. 7am – 1pm Friday.
- Expected Duration
- 42 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Wednesday, 31st July 2024
- Start Date
- Thursday, 1st August 2024
Desired Skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Eager to learn
- Reliable
- Some experience of power tools
Qualifications
- maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4 /C (Essential)
- English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4 /C (Desired)
- Engineering BTEC or equivalent, grade Level 2 (Desired)
About the Employer
GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP LIMITED
GowringsVersa is a trading name of Gowrings Mobility Group Ltd. Our company is part of the Newship Group and one of the leading UK Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle specialists in the UK. With over 50 years’ experience, GowringsVersa Mobility are proud of our reputation for providing wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) of the highest quality and innovative designs that represent excellent value for money. We place the needs of the wheelchair user at the heart of our designs by listening to customers’ needs and requirements. We design, manufacture and market a wide range of wheelchair accessible vehicles that have been extensively converted to allow wheelchair users to travel in their wheelchairs as passengers. We convert many vehicle types with typical brand partners including, Ford, Volkswagen, Peugeot, Renault, Vauxhall and Fiat.
- Company
- GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP LIMITED
- Location
- Gowrings Mobility, Daytona Drive, Thatcham, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £17,000.00
- Posted
- Company
- GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP LIMITED
- Location
- Gowrings Mobility, Daytona Drive, Thatcham, England
- Employment Type
- Advanced Apprenticeship
- Salary
- £17,000.00
- Posted