Apprentice Industrial Plumbing and Heating Engineer in Sheffield

As the UK's largest independent engineering and services business, NG Bailey delivers innovative solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Our values are Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence. We partner with colleges to offer high-quality apprenticeships for anyone over 16 years of age, providing real work experience from day one.

Are you looking to kick start your career as an Industrial Plumbing and Heating Engineer? Do you want to install, inspect, and test mechanical pipework in high specification building projects? You could help design and build cities, nuclear facilities, hospitals, theme parks, wind farms or battery factories as part of NG Bailey’s early work.

A typical day will be diverse, challenging and rewarding. You will join our experienced Engineering team and learn from industry experts.

You will learn to:

• Install mechanical services (e.g. heating and chilled systems, fan coil units, radiators, boilers, chilled beams, radiant panels).
• Read and understand engineering drawings for valve set ups and routing pipework.
• Inspect and test pneumatic systems (air) and hydraulic systems (water).
• Diagnose and rectify faults on pipework.
• Use small hand tools such as pipe slices, pipe cutters etc.
• Operate electrical tools such as crimpers, pistol drills and SDS drills.
• Install the systems needed for heating and chilled systems (brackets, pipework etc.).

Apprentice expectations:

• Train at one of the top performing colleges or training providers in the country.
• Learn about our award-winning approach to working safely.
• Work indoors, outdoors, in confined spaces and at height.
• Be prepared for early starts and travel away from home.
• Develop great working relationships with some of the industry’s most talented people.
• Have a strong support network to build your confidence and use your initiative.

What you will learn:

• Install mechanical services (e.g. heating and chilled systems, etc.).
• Read and understand engineering drawings for valve set ups and pipe routing.
• Inspect and test pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and rectify faults on pipework.
• Use hand and electrical tools as required for installation.

Qualifications and eligibility:

• 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) Grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths and Science.
• Must be able to complete the apprenticeship within the required time, including End-Point Assessment.
• Must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.
• Must be ordinarily resident in the UK or its territories for at least 3 years before starting the apprenticeship.

Further eligibility details can be found online at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks.

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If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we progress, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre and shortlisted for final interviews.

PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a large number of applications are received. Early application is recommended.

NG Bailey is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants will receive equal treatment within their application and selection process.