Apprenticeship · Level 3

Apprentice Industrial Door Service Engineer - Reading
Konecranes£18,515.64 a year
Thornbury
Expected closing date: Sunday, 31 January 2027
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 3-year Advanced Level Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3) with Konecranes.
- Earn £18,515.64 per year while learning to repair, maintain, and fault-find industrial doors.
- Gain qualifications including a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering.
- Applications close on 2027-01-31 for a start date of 2027-08-23.
About the Role
This is a 3-year apprenticeship to become an Industrial Door Service Engineer.
What You'll Do
Your duties will include:
- Repair of industrial doors
- Maintenance and servicing of industrial doors
- Fault finding (electrical and mechanical)
- Identification and replacement of faulty parts (electrical and mechanical)
You will need to be able to work at heights and be a team player. Health and safety are paramount in this role, requiring utmost attention to detail.
Training
- Year 1: Off-the-job training at a local college and branch visits during holidays.
- Years 2 & 3: On-the-job training in the field.
What You'll Learn
- First principles of electrical and mechanical plant equipment (motors, switchgear, pumps, valves, etc.).
- Relevant industry health and safety standards, regulations, and environmental requirements.
- Planned, unplanned, and preventative maintenance practices.
- Relevant engineering theories and principles for a Service Technician.
Qualifications Gained
- Advanced Level Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
- BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance
What Happens Next
Upon qualification as a Service Technician, you may have opportunities 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: SOUTHAMPTON ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED (THE)