Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area:

Operations

Job Title: Maintenance Apprentice

Location: Skinningrove

Salary: Apprentice Level

Your impact shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, Problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation, here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Apprenticeship Opportunity:

As a Maintenance Technician Apprentice at Caterpillar Skinningrove, you will undertake a Level 3 apprenticeship programme lasting between 36 and 42 months. You will gain practical experience and achieve academic qualifications. In this entry level position, you will have the opportunity to work with and contribute towards a co-operative maintenance team and will develop your communication and interpersonal skills as well as use your initiative. You will be required to interact with hourly and salaried employees at your facility. You will report to Maintenance Supervision for all technical information relating to the maintenance of the plant and equipment.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting continuous improvements in health and safety through development of Risk Assessment, Method Statement and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to minimize risk when completing maintenance activities.

• Learn to use computerised systems to aid the completion of routine maintenance, diagnose equipment faults and carry out repairs in a timely manner.

• Attend academic and training facilities when required and complete all assessments within agreed timescales.

• Complete all internal on and off the job training to fulfil training matrices and the requirements of the role, including troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions on equipment and machinery; performing preventative maintenance as per schedules; carry out Dynamic Risk Assessments.

• Fulfil required competencies and complete apprentice logbook.

• Compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Compliance with 5S programme and other business improvement initiatives.

• Display behaviour and conduct fitting with our Values in Action.

• Train other employees if and when required.

• Any other appropriate duties.

Why Caterpillar?

• Competitive salary

• 37.5 hours/week

• First year attendance at college and years 2 and 3 working week includes day release at College.

• Nationally recognised BTEC qualification on completion, with the opportunity to develop further to HNC level.

• Other benefits include: Caterpillar pension, share scheme, employee discount app, life assurance, employee assistance programme, future global career opportunities.

Minimum requirements (Selected applicants will be invited to attend an assessment centre).

• 3 GCSE’s at Grade 4 or above (including mathematics, English and science). NB: Applicants may apply with predicted grades. If successful at assessment stage, the job offer will be conditional on achieving the required grades before September 2024.

• Must be willing to undertake internal and external job and academic training to achieve required qualifications.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a production environment.

Recruitment Timeline

Go Live: 1st May 2024

Closing Date: 24th May 2024

Assessment and Interview Dates (in-person): During June 2024

Employment Start Date: September, 2024 (date TBC)

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your skills and experience on your application relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Recruitment Process

Stage one – Online Application: The first stage of the process is to complete the online application on or before the closing date. Your application will be assessed against the information you provide within your answers so, please take time to consider and construct your answer with detail and use the word count provided. After the close date all application will be reviewed. This will take some time; however, all applications will receive a response.  

Stage two – Assessment Centre: The half day assessment centre will focus on a range of behaviours such as teamwork, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving. The assessment will comprise a group exercise, a competency-based interview, and a short presentation which will be prepared in advance. Details may vary depending on the specific role you are applying for. Our aim is to make these days fun, inclusive and as relaxed as possible. 

Stage three – Offer/ Feedback: After the assessment centre, the Caterpillar team will extend verbal offers to our chosen candidates, we aim to do this as quickly as possible. Individual feedback will be offered to all candidates who attended the assessment centre.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

To apply for this position please Log onto Caterpillar Careers (http://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers) > Careers > Search and apply > paste the job number from then advert into the search box and then follow the application process.

Posting Dates:

May 1, 2024 - May 24, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

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There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar.

Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the Caterpillar we’ve built.