Apprenticeship · Level 3
Apprentice Crane Service Engineer - Aylesford
Konecranes£18,515.64 a year
Aylesford
Expected closing date: Sunday, 31 January 2027
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake an Advanced Level Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) with BTEC and Extended Diploma qualifications.
- Earn £18,515.64 per year while training over 3 years.
- Gain hands-on experience in crane repair, maintenance, and fault finding, working at heights.
- Applications close on 2027-01-31.
- Requires GCSEs in English, Maths, and Sciences at grade 4 or above.
About the Role
This apprenticeship will train you to become a Crane Service Engineer.
What You'll Do
As part of a team, your duties will include:
- Repair of cranes
- Maintenance and servicing of cranes
- Fault finding (electrical and mechanical)
- Identification and replacement of faulty parts (electrical and mechanical)
- Working at heights is a natural part of the role.
- A strong focus on health and safety is essential.
Training
- Year 1: Off-the-job training at a local college and branch visits.
- Years 2 & 3: On-the-job training in the field.
What You'll Learn
- First principles of operating and maintaining electrical and mechanical plant equipment (motors, switchgear, cables, pumps, valves, gearboxes, pipework, electromechanical systems).
- Relevant industry health and safety standards, regulations, and environmental requirements.
- Planned, unplanned, and preventative maintenance practices and procedures.
- Relevant engineering theories and principles for a Service Technician.
Qualifications Gained
Upon completion, you will have achieved:
- Advanced Level Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
- BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance
Career Progression
Once qualified, you may have the opportunity to specialise in areas such as modernisations, waste to energy, and projects.
Skills Required
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Number skills
- Team working
- Physical fitness
Entry Requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4) - essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) - essential
- GCSE Sciences (grade 4) - essential
Key Details
- Wage: £18,515.64 a year
- Working Week: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 39 hours per week
- Duration: 3 Years
- Start Date: 2027-08-23
- Closing Date: 2027-01-31
- Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering maintenance technician - dual discipline (level 3)
- Training Provider: IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED