Building Services Engineering Installer Apprentice Science and Technology Facilities CouncilSalary: £18,900
Hours: Full time - 37 Hours
Contract Type: Fixed Term - 4 Years
Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Closing date: 16th February 2025
The ISIS ancillary plant section at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxfordshire, are looking to recruit a Building Services Engineering Installer apprentice to join us in September 2025. As a member of ISIS Ancillary Plant section, the successful applicant will proactively support the Ancillary Plant team to ensure that ISIS is available in line with the machine availability programme. Given the diverse needs of our customer base, we're looking for someone flexible and adaptable to respond to evolving demands effectively.
All members of the Ancillary Plant section will, from time to time, be expected to lead or participate (appropriate to Band level) in ISIS projects that may be outside their normal remit.
As part of your apprenticeship, you will undertake professional development and training through a mixture of online and in-person teaching with Southampton College.
Through the training provider, Southampton College, you will undertake a Building Services Engineering Installer, Level 2 followed by Level 3 during the 4-year apprenticeship.
You will be required to attend Southampton College on a day release basis as part of your training; you must therefore be willing and able to travel independently. Travel expenses will be provided when attending in-person teaching.
Towards the end of the apprenticeship duration there is an End Point Assessment which includes a knowledge test, a portfolio of evidence with interview and a professional observation.
More information is available via: Building services engineering installer / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
About the Apprenticeship With training and support from experts in their fields, you'll be enthusiastic about developing your knowledge, skills and behaviours, working towards completing your apprenticeship, gaining appropriate qualifications whilst making a real difference in your role.
If working with innovative technologies on world-leading research isn't enough, you will develop both professionally and as a critical member of the team in an environment you won't find anywhere else.
Our dedicated Apprenticeship Team will support you every step of the way, helping you make the most of your opportunities and to achieve the goals you already have - and those you have yet to discover!
We provide an opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion. You'll have access to additional core skills development, access to a community of apprentices across the site, annual Apprentice awards evenings, a number of active sport and social groups across campus, and potential opportunities for overseas placements.
STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days' annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours.
For a list of our full benefits, please visit here .
About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities This apprenticeship role will support the undertaking of efficient and effective day to day maintenance activities relating to the mechanical services (Cooling, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning and process Water Services) on ISIS at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory. The role reports to the Ancillary Plant Manager and will learn to carry out maintenance tasks to ensure that the ISIS HVAC services provide an efficient and continuous service to support the ISIS scientific programme.
• Complete a prescribed programme of training to be conducted within the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory ISIS facility
• Work under the guidance and support of your team within ISIS Neutron and Muon Source
• Work safely and in line with established safety measures in the laboratory on a day-to-day basis
• Become proficient in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of modern mechanical building services plant (HVAC) and the associated distribution systems
• Obtain a high level of competence in pipe fitting and assembly skills including the use of hand tools and marking out
• Obtain an intermediate level of competence in welding, fabrication, brazing, soldering and other jointing processes
• Gain the skills to confidently and competently undertake fault diagnosis on a range of service equipment and systems, such as fresh and foul water, environmental control, process water systems and ventilation, process control, air-conditioning and refrigeration
• Carry out maintenance tasks and duties at the Laboratory as directed by the Ancillary Plant Section Leader and Managers, these activities will be directly relevant to the apprenticeships' key competencies and skills and will assist the wider department in delivering their core maintenance service commitments
• As an STFC Apprentice you will communicate to staff across STFC and at all levels. You will work as part of a team as well as working on your own. You will also represent STFC through the contact you have with your training provider
• Attend appropriate additional training to support the role and service delivery
Person specification
Person Specification In order to apply for the role, we are looking for the following:
Key - (S) will be measured at shortlisting, (I) will be measured at interview, (S&I) is both.
Essential:• Achieved or predicted to achieve 2 GCSE passes at Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications) (S)
• A strong and demonstrable interest in engineering(S)
• Good written communication skills as demonstrated in your CV and cover letter(S&I)
• Ability to work using own initiative, and follow instructions(I)
• Ability to work in a flexible and challenging environment(I)
• Self-motivated; willing to undertake the work required with the training provider and in the workplace(I)
• Demonstrates a high level of interest and enthusiasm about the role (S&I)
• Has a clear vision of what they want to achieve and demonstrates a willingness to succeed(I)
• Experience of being part of a team or group (S&I)
Desirable: • Demonstrable interest in practical subjects and activities (S&I)
• Has a clear vision of what they want to achieve and demonstrates a willingness to succeed. (I)
Important Information • To complete the apprenticeship, you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A*-C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English. For those sitting their GSCEs in Summer 2025, we would need evidence of your predicted grades.
• When applying for an apprenticeship, there is a set residency eligibility criteria that must be met by the applicant. To check your eligibility please click here.
• The training provider will also ask you to complete an initial assessment during the application process. If you already have a qualification in this subject area or similar please include, as an attachment, your transcript outlining the grade/s achieved and modules covered. By applying for this apprenticeship, you are giving permission for your details to be shared with the relevant training provider.
We will be in touch after the closing date, however, please reach out
[email protected] you have any questions.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
What could you achieve with the world-leading facilities and experts of one of Europe's largest research organisations by your side?
Join us and discover what's possible!
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel.
We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.
For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/
You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/
About UK Research Innovation (UKRI) UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
More information can be found at www.ukri.org .
Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI .
The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.
How we support EDI in the workforce At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit 'How we support EDI in the workforce' .
Disability Confident Employer As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
How to apply Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application.
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Additional Information
- Organisation: Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
- External Closing Date: Feb 16, 2025
- Minimum Salary: Pound Sterling (GBP) 18,900
- Hours: Full-time
