YTL UK Group

Every day our Electrical, Mechanical and Instrumentation (EM&I) teams are busy testing, maintaining and repairing equipment.

This includes the many pumps, motors, valves and other types of equipment that keep our treatment works and pipe networks working efficiently.

If you have good mathematical skills and a strong desire to train as a highly skilled technician, this multi-skilled role will suit you.

Our programme is approved by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

What you'll do

Duties will include:

• carrying out planned and reactive fault diagnosis
• maintenance and testing on mechanical and electrical equipment and circuits
• modifying or rewiring electrical circuits
• restoring and repairing mechanical components and assisting in the installation of mechanical/ electrical/electronic equipment
• carrying out quality inspections.

Skills and values we are looking for

• Communication.
• Teamwork.
• IT/digital.
• Attention to detail.
• Safety-focused.
• Critical thinking.
• Organisation.
• Problem solving.
• Numeracy.
• Analytical.
• Logic.
• Initiative.
• Patience.

Where you'll work

You will be based in one of our regional EM&I teams across the Wessex Water region. Our EM&I apprenticeship are usually based within the water recycling department.

What you'll need

You will need:

• Five GCSEs including maths, English and science at grade C or above.
• A-level in maths and/or physics is an advantage for this apprenticeship.
• Experience in practical engineering at school or at home.
• Good computer literacy, communication skills and the ability to work in a small team.

Apprenticeship Course Information

Duration

Three to four years depending on existing qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Maintenance and Operations Technician Apprenticeship
• EngTech professional status – IMechE or IET
• Level 3 Award in Electrical/ Electronic Engineering
• Level 3 extended diploma in mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Level 2 performing engineering operations
• 18th Edition (for those undergoing an electrical pathway)

Training provision

Training is delivered in partnership between Weston College.

• Year 1: Residential Monday to Wednesday at Weston College, Weston-Super-Mare.
• Year 2: Two to three days training per week at Weston College and Wessex Water Electrical Training Centre, Weston-Super-Mare.
• Year 3: One day at Weston College if following an electrical route.

What you'll receive

• Total pension contributions up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• Depending on your role, we will fund your driving lessons.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary, subject to conditions.
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include: 

• Wessex Water - one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West. 
• YTL Developments - a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to create a truly sustainable new community. 
• YTL Construction UK - a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors. 
• YTL Arena - the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 19,000 capacity arena, conferencing, and exhibition space. 
• Plus, a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.  

Our people tell us YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group. 

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.  Please do not hesitate to let us know about any additional support you may need during your application process.  

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