For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The Estates Department is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to train and develop alongside our highly skilled and dedicated trade staff, supporting the day-to-day mechanical maintenance of building services across the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital and other Trust sites. As part of our friendly and experienced team, you will gain hands-on experience working on a wide range of non-patient facing medical infrastructure, mechanical building services, the on-site laundry production unit, and the hospitals energy power plant.

Your academic training will be delivered under the National Apprenticeship Scheme with Exeter College, with day release provided for study and exams. On completion, you will be fully qualified to undertake the duties of a hospital maintenance mechanical engineer, achieving both NVQ Level 3 and a BTEC level 3 qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in mechanical engineering within the NHS, gaining both qualifications and valuable practical experience while supporting the vital infrastructure of our hospital services. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week.

Monday - Friday Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Jack Harvey, Production Estates Officer on jack.harvey2@nhs.net or 01392 403152 As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications.

Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

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