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Overhead Line Apprentice

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
13/01/2021
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 12/03/2021 23:59
Salary:
Age dependent (not less than Apprentice minimum wage)
Allowances:
Plus shift allowance if applicable
Job Category:
Apprenticeships
Vacancy ID:
203316
Employment Location:
Benton Depot, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
12 Mar
Further Information
Nexus is searching for an Apprentice to join the Capital Delivery Department, commencing in September 2021.
The successful candidate will learn both at work and at college how to work on Overhead Line equipment. If successful you will be part of a team that will install overhead line on the Tyne and Wear Metro’s electrical network.
In order to apply you must have or be predicted to have 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above which include Mathematics, English and a Science.
The duration of your apprenticeship will be dependent upon your current level of qualification and any previous relevant prior learning, but it is expected to last 36 months.

This apprenticeship is an electrically biased position and you will study a Rail Engineering Technician Apprentice Framework (Level 3).

The shifts will include night shift therefore in order to be compliant with the Working Time Directive we would like to receive applications from candidates 18 years old or over as of 01/09/21.
We are looking for a colleague who has a positive attitude towards learning, rules and procedures, a logical approach towards problem solving and who can remain calm under pressure.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.