HVAC Apprentice

Technical Engineering Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship is part of CBRE's Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) division, which provides facilities management, project management, and advisory services to clients.

The Role

Undertake a four-year engineering technician apprenticeship leading to a nationally recognised qualification. This structured program combines academic study with site-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Complete a four-year training program within the Scotland Business Unit's engineering team at client locations, with supplementary academic study.
• Attend technical college for 42 weeks in the first year, following a PEO-based framework with day release, leading to recognised NVQ qualifications.
• Achieve professional Engineering Technician (EngTech) registration upon completion of the NVQ qualification.
• Maintain a logbook throughout the apprenticeship, recording projects and documenting work undertaken and skills learned.
• Learn and understand the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Become proficient in using a wide range of hand tools and associated workshop machinery.
• Understand and interpret engineering drawings.
• Develop skills to perform both planned and reactive maintenance based on written and verbal instructions and drawings within an assigned trade.
• Demonstrate skills and processes as training progresses, working independently or as part of a team.
• Undertake instructed tasks, increasing overall contribution to the business unit.
• Maintain good housekeeping of the workplace and client locations.
• Maintain a smart appearance and professional conduct in line with CBRE RISE values.

Working Hours

• 8am - 5pm
• Monday to Friday
• Day release at a local college

Person Specification

• A minimum of 3 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at Grade A to C, including English, Maths, and a science-related subject.
• A good attitude and eagerness to learn.