UTAC
Job title:
Apprentice Battery Technician
Company
UTAC
Job description
Company DescriptionUTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.Job DescriptionReporting to – Battery Operations Manager – ElectrificationPurpose
The Battery department is responsible for providing Battery/Module/Cell testing services, including performance, life cycle, durability, abuse, strip & rate.
Role is to support all types of Battery testing (including Performance, life cycle, durability and abuse) along with all associated strip and rate activity.ResponsibilitiesEnsures safe working at all times in line with Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of WorkSupports logistics and setup of Battery performance and life cycle testsSupports logistics and setup of Battery abuse testsSupports logistics and execution of Battery strip and rate activitiesSupports facility breakdown resolutionSupports facility maintenance activitiesSupports facility calibration activitiesUndertake analysis of results, including statements of conformity or opinions and interpretationsTo report, review and provide authorisation of resultsAct in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC colleagues at all timesExpected career progression after this apprenticeship?The Apprenticeship will provide you with a good understanding of automotive battery technology, test facilities and testing methodsQualificationsQualifications5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) including English, Maths and Science at grades C or level 4 and above (required)ExperienceNo experience required but an interest in automotive battery technology and engineering is essentialSkills & Personal BehavioursCompetent IT skills (mainly MS Office including Word & Excel)Excellent attention to detailWillingness to work and a keen desire to achieve academicallyTeam player and a mature approach to workAbility to use initiative and to problem solveExcellent communication including customer facing skillsFlexible and self- drivenPositive autonomous attitudeAdditional InformationFor you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.In the UK this includes ;
- Life Cover
- Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
- Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.
- Healthcare cashback plans
- Generous holiday benefits
- Contributory pension schemes
- Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
- Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.
Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.comCandidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Note to Recruitment Agencies :UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.
Expected salary
Location
Bedford, Bedfordshire
Job date
Wed, 27 Mar 2024 23:58:42 GMT
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