Engineering Apprentice

Due to the specialist nature of the processes within Harwin there may be roles available in all our divisions including: -

• Plastics
• Electro Plating
• High Speed Stamping
• Automated Assembly
• Robotic production
• Software Programming
• R&D Machine/Tool Build or Design
• Product Design

Could this role be the ideal fit for me?

To be considered for one of our Engineering Apprentice vacancies, you will require the following skills and attributes:

• Have GCSE 4 or above grades in Maths and English plus either Physics, Resistant Materials, Engineering or Design Technology
• Be PC Literate
• Have a “can do” mentality
• Be a good communicator

What do we expect from our apprentices?

• You are motivated to achieve
• You are organised in your work
• You can work independently but just as well within a team
• You are respectful of those who are teaching you whether at PETA or in the workplace

What can you expect from us?

As an Engineering Apprentice, you will be offered:

• 37.5 hour working week (8.30 am – 4.30 pm Mon thru Thur & 3.30 pm Fri)
• 25 days holiday
• Incremental salary reviews as your training progresses
• Company uniform & laptop
• 3x salary life cover
• Pension Scheme
• On-Site Parking (first come first served)

What are the career prospects at Harwin?

The career opportunities at Harwin are very varied. As we are an extremely dynamic organisation our roles change and develop frequently. We invest heavily in the training and development of staff in all areas of the business. This is an ongoing process to ensure they have the right skills and experience to support Harwin as it continuously adapts to new technologies, engineering process improvements and innovative product launches. Where appropriate we support our trainees should they wish to continue onto Level 6 (degree).

As a privately owned Company, we re-invest a very large percentage of our annual profit back into enhancing our processes, technologies and people. We have a high staff retention rate and seek to give our employees as much opportunity as possible to achieve their career ambitions. You will be employed by Harwin from the outset of your apprenticeship as a demonstration of our commitment to the investment in you. Many of our apprentices from the last 20 years are still with the business today in very key roles such as:

• Head of Research and Development
• New Product Initiative Manager
• Product Designer