Advanced Apprenticeship - Engineering

Job description

Believe there’s more than one way to secure a successful future?

So do we. We think our advanced apprenticeship programmes are the best alternative to college for ambitious students, with an eye for engineering. Especially as you’ll gain professional qualifications and the reputation that comes with working for a prestigious engineering brand like Siemens.

This is a rare opportunity to earn money while showing your potential to a global innovator. Here at Siemens we build a better world using greener energy, cutting-edge software and ingenious inventions.

Siemens Building Technologies is a leading supplier and trendsetter in supplying products and solutions in the fire, security and energy management industries.

We have an exciting opportunity for motivated and ambitious individuals to join our Field Service Apprenticeship Scheme based in London for the fire and security part of the business, commencing September 2018. If you are one of the growing number of people considering engineering as a career opportunity, then we would like to hear from you.

The challenge

· In conjunction with CONELCollege, Siemens Building Technologies offers a four year Advanced Apprenticeship Scheme which will give you the knowledge, qualifications and confidence you need to build a really successful career.
· The position will involve dedicated training on your journey to becoming a skilled Customer Service Engineer in the Building Technologies industry with excellent Electrical diagnostic knowledge.
· The successful candidate will join our field based engineering team of approximately 100 engineers and will be ultimately responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of our fire and security systems. You will provide vital technical service support to our customers working very closely with the office technical escalation staff, sales and support teams.
· You will be expected to travel and will work at a variety of sites throughout the Branch you are assigned to.

The candidate

· You should have four GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent), which must include Maths, English Language and Science.
· You will possess excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills to enable you to work within a team focused environment.
· You must be keen to learn and have an inquiring mind and be able to demonstrate your enthusiasm for your work and our business.

How do I apply?
We are looking forward to receiving your online application. Please note the the closing date for applications is 26th March 2018. Please ensure you complete all areas, of the application form, to the best of your ability as we will use this data to review your suitability for the role.

What else do I need to know?
Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work.
If you are appointed in to this role you will receive Siemens PLC terms, conditions and benefits.