THALES in Glasgow
Opportunities exist for Manufacturing Technician Apprentices for Thales Optronics based at their facility in Linthouse Road in Govan.
Candidates must be punctual, articulate and have a pleasant manner.
They must be supportive of team working and be willing to commit to a self-development programme.
4 Year Programme of Development
Outline of Training
These positions are for a full Modern Apprenticeship programme culminating in the attainment of an SVQ Level 2, SVQ Level 3 and an Academic qualification.
On completion of the programme successful candidates would achieve fully qualified Engineering status.
The programme consist of:
Year 1
Commencement of initial training on 5 basic job packs as part of the SVQ part of the apprenticeship over the first 5 months of employment.
Begin day release further education studies to NC level.
The last 7 months of the 1st year of training to be completed in the Thales on site specialised training centre.
Year 2 & Year 3
Participate in training within production work cells on a 4-6 month rotational basis to obtain a fully flexible range core skills on all aspects of the manufacturing processes of Assembly and Test. All training recorded and verified to SVQ standard and externally assessed and verified.
Continue with day release further education studies to NC level.
Year 4
Complete full SVQ job packs to obtain full qualification.
Progression to Product System Testing, Inspection, Optical Testing and Environmental Testing.
Full review of further education achieved and consider higher level qualification if appropriate.
Qualification Requirements
The successful applicant would be expected to hold 4 National 5 Grades at Level C or above, or alternatively 4 Standard Grades at Credit level in Maths, English and a Science subject (preferably Physics)
All applicants should be enthusiastic and have a genuine interest in achieving an Apprenticeship with Thales.
Application Details
For all applications the closing date is –
8th May 2015
Glasgow City School Leavers
If you have a Glasgow postcode, applications must be made online via the Commonwealth Apprentice Initiative site: glasgow.mappit.org.uk
All other applicants:
Online applications may be made via Online applications may be made via the EKGTA website:
http://www.ekgta.com/apprenticeships
Facts and figures
The Thales UK site in Glasgow, once called Barr & Stroud Ltd, has been based here since 1888.
The current site offers an ultra-modern working environment.
The average length of service in the company is 20 years.
Many apprentices have continued a strong family tradition with the company.
The Glasgow site is Trade Union
recognised.
Competitive salary and benefits package for all employees.
