Vehicle Technician Apprentice

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Job Summary

Job title - Vehicle Technician Apprentice (Level 3)
Location - Quarry Close, Nanpean, St Austell and Truro & Penwith College (Truro campus)
Hours of work - 37.5 hours a week, 7.5 hours a day, working Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm

(Working 4 days a week at Imerys and attending 1 day at College)

Please note you may also be required to work shift patterns once you start to spend more time on site.
Starting Salary – £13,311

Are you passionate about vehicles? Wanting to become a qualified Vehicle Technician?

Join our Imerys Apprentice scheme, where you can earn while you learn and be part of an inclusive and multinational organisation!

The apprenticeship follows the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service & Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) standard. Starting in September 2024, this apprenticeship will be delivered over a 36-42 month duration, consisting of a combination of attendance at college along with work-based learning, in order to gain practical skills and experience. You will be provided with training & gain knowledge on servicing, repair and maintenance on vehicles & equipment used in an industrial environment, whilst always working safely and adhering to Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.

What’s in it for you?
● The opportunity to tap into your full potential and join an organisation with a wealth of career opportunities.
● To gain an industry recognized level 3 qualification
● Earn a starting salary of £13,311 pa, which will increase every six months following successful completion of agreed milestones,
● Upon successful achievement of the apprenticeship, the starting pay will be circa £31,000 pa with potential with further training, experience & shift pattern to achieve up to £38,000
● Work alongside skilled technicians who can provide you with support and mentorship

Imerys is a successful business which provides its employees with a positive working environment and a range of workplace benefits including:
● Pension scheme
● Life Assurance
● 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays
● An excellent reward hub giving you savings and discounts on everyday purchases.
● We are a friendly and close-knit team.
● You will get the opportunity to develop new skills and use a diverse range of equipment.

What we ask you in return:
You will have an aptitude for this type of work and a strong desire to progress and become a Vehicle Technician. You will be reliable and punctual, be able to follow instructions and guidance, as well as:
● Have GCSEs Grade 4 (or equivalent) and above to include English, Maths and Science
● Legally be able to drive in the UK, or willing to obtain a driving license.
● Be IT literate and have excellent communication skills.
● Applicants will need to have Right to Work in the UK.

About Us:
Our people are important to us, our workplaces are diverse and inclusive and whilst maintaining the health, safety and environmental standards on site, for yourself and others around you, we’re an organisation with a wealth of career and development opportunities that allow you to tap into your full
potential.

We would like our application process to be accessible to all - if you require an alternative way to apply then please get in touch on 01952 281924.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or
any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Position Type

Full time

and

Permanent

Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.