Apprentice Industrial Heating and Plumbing Engineer

As the UK’s largest independent engineering and services business, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach has enabled us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing innovative solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence form the foundation of our company and guide the way we work and behave.

At NG Bailey, we recognise the importance of having apprentices in our workforce. Our industry-leading approach develops the behaviours, skills, knowledge, and experience our apprentices need to build a successful career. We work in partnership with a national network of colleges to offer some of the best training in the industry. Apprenticeships are available for anyone over 16 years of age. They offer you the opportunity to earn a wage and work full time in your chosen trade area. This means you develop your skills in a real working environment from day one and are able to put the skills you learn at college directly into practice at work.

Do you want to kick start your career in engineering and be part of the future of modular construction? Are you excited by the idea of building full plantrooms, pipework assemblies, heating systems and mechanical modules inside a world class manufacturing facility? Do you want hands on training in how mechanical systems are built, tested and delivered for major UK projects - all while earning at the same time? If this sounds like you, join NG Bailey’s Offsite Manufacture (OSM) team at our industry leading facility in Oakenshaw. Here, we build prefabricated plantrooms, risers, skids, bracket systems and mechanical modules that go straight to projects such as hospitals, energy centres, data centres and major infrastructure schemes.

A typical day is practical, varied and hugely rewarding. You’ll work alongside experienced mechanical engineers and fabricators, learning how modular mechanical systems are built from the ground up in a safe, modern factory environment.

As an NG Bailey apprentice you will:

• Train with one of the UK’s top colleges or training providers.
• Learn about NG Bailey’s award-winning safety culture.
• Work hands on in our Oakenshaw manufacturing facility.
• Learn from highly skilled mechanical engineers, welders, pipefitters and fabricators.
• Develop strong technical, practical and problem-solving skills.
• Build confidence with support from experienced mentors and a friendly team environment.

In your role you will:

• Install mechanical pipework systems used in heating, cooling and ventilation.
• Read and understand mechanical drawings, layouts and module build information.
• Assemble pipework, valves, brackets and equipment used in plantrooms, risers and skids.
• Use hand and power tools such as pipe cutters, crimpers, drills and measuring tools.
• Inspect and pressure test mechanical systems, ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Identify and fix faults in pipework and mechanical assemblies.
• Work safely in a busy manufacturing environment, understanding lifting, handling and installation processes.
• Build complete packaged solutions that are shipped as finished units to construction sites.
• Take part in on-site training and shadowing, giving you first-hand experience of how our modules and mechanical systems are installed on live projects. This will involve travelling to different sites, so you develop a complete skill set with no gaps.

This is mechanical engineering you can see - everything you build in the factory becomes a real part of a building.

We are looking for people who:

• Are curious, practical and keen to learn new skills.
• Enjoy hands on work and understanding how things fit together.
• Are organised with good timekeeping.
• Can work safely and follow instructions.
• Can communicate clearly and work well within a team.
• Can use their initiative and solve problems.
• Share our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence.

You will attend Leeds College of Building on block release to complete the Level 3 Building Services Engineering Craftsperson Apprenticeship. In addition, you will regularly attend in house training and development as part of the programme.

To apply you need:

• 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) Grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths and Science.

Please note, to be eligible for an apprenticeship you:

• Must be able to complete the apprenticeship within the required time, including the 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. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks.

Ready to apply? If you are applying for this role, take a look at our application hints and tips for guidance on what good looks like. We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out.

What happens next? If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre at which we will shortlist 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 THEREFORE RECOMMENDED.

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