Apprentice Electrical / Mechanical Craftsperson

Job overview

We are recruiting one Apprentice in the Wrexham Maelor Hospital.

If you have the drive to,

• Help improve facilities and equipment within the Health Board?
• Work hard to unlock your potential?
• Would you love to be in a job where you are hands on and making a difference?
• Would you like to learn and earn?

What are the entry requirements?

• You will have 5 GCSE’s including Welsh, English and Maths at A*-C or equivalent
• You must have a level 2 qualification in Mechanical Engineering
• You must be motivated and have a passion for engineering.
• You must have lived in the UK/EEA for the last three years.

The Estates Team support all areas of the Health Board. Estates services staff look after NHS buildings and the grounds around them, so they are a safe and pleasant environment for our staff and patients. The Apprentice Programme is an exciting opportunity that will enable you to train to become a valued member of the Estates Team through work-based learning.

These roles are subject to Annex 21 of the NHS terms and Conditions. What you will earn will increase as you progress through your Apprenticeship. Below is the estimated gross earning; • Sept 2026 – Sept 2027 60% of Band 4 (top of scale) • Sept 2027 – Sept 2028 65% • Sept 2028 - Sept 2029 70%

• Sept 2029 - Sept 2030 75%

Main duties of the job

What does the Engineering Apprenticeship Programme involve?

A comprehensive induction which will prepare you for your placements within the Health Board.

• You will be supported by a workplace mentor.
• You will have the equivalent of a day a week ‘off-the-job training’ to develop your learning in the first two years.
• You will have a mentor from the college.
• You will attend workshops where you will have the opportunity to discuss and share ideas.
• You will work towards vocational qualifications, building the levels as you grow in confidence and experience.

What qualifications will I achieve?

• Level 3 Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering
• Application of Number Essential Skill Level 2
• Communication Essential Skill Level 2
• Digital Literacy Essential Skill Level 2

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac