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Conservation Outreach & Education Trainee - Historic environment scotland

25/3/2019

 
​LOCATION: Stirling
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: 08/04/19
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Overview of the post and information about the team

The Engine Shed is part of Historic Environment Scotland and it is Scotland’s first building conservation centre. The Technical Outreach and Education Team is looking for an trainee who will have an opportunity to develop skills in project management and content development across a range of technical publications, exhibition and interpretation programmes.
 
This post will be part of a wider cohort of 10 trainees across our Conservation Directorate. Trainees will have the opportunity to gain experience in their chosen field of conservation, increase knowledge of the wider conservation sector, expand their professional network and have access to the Engine Shed learning resources.    

The Content Team is charged with engaging people with conservation through interpretation, exhibitions, technical publications and our web and social media presence. We have a varied workload which includes writing and editing publications and blogs, researching and project managing exhibitions, creating digital content and developing and delivering the marketing strategy for the work of the wider team. We are a busy team who manage multiple projects at a time, but it is always interesting and generally good fun! 

This is an opportunity to develop a range of skills used to disseminate conservation expertise to a range of audiences from the general public to professionals in the building conservation sector. Being based at the Engine Shed, you will have access to a range of different learning opportunities and experiences. This could include:

• Event planning
• Delivering outreach
• CPD opportunities
• Conservation Science
• Digital Documentation

Depending on the successful applicant’s interests, we may also be able to arrange shadowing opportunities or talks with other professionals within Historic Environment Scotland.


Key responsibilities, duties and objectives

This traineeship is fast paced and varied. The main responsibilities include, but are not restricted to:

• Research and development of content for technical publications, exhibitions and digital social media channels.
• Carry out design work for small documents such as posters and leaflets.
• Manage external contractors on the design and print of technical publications and marketing materials.
• Support with marketing of the Engine Shed programme, from development of marketing materials to development of content for digital marketing.
• Support with content administration for the Engine Shed website. 
• Occasional support with the development and delivery of outreach events.
• Ad-hoc administrative duties.

Find out more and apply here

Production Operative - Packing - caledonian produce

25/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Bo'ness
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A
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JOB DESCRIPTION

The production team is vital to our business. Not everything can be done by machinery and that’s where YOU come in!

As our business’ key selling point is “handcrafted products” it is essential that we have hard working committed people working within our team.

The typical day of a line operative involves working in a small team to all achieve a common goal working closely with the Key Operative and Quality Control to achieve the best we can and supply the customer with what the standard of product they require.

Tasks can vary within the packing department working with a variety of different products

The role is an entry-level position within the business and you do not require any experience and full training will be provided.

There is a real chance of progression within the business for a self-driven individual or for the people not so ambitious it provides a base and job security for people happy to stay on the line.

It’s a platform to build a solid work history from a large multinational company who pride themselves on giving people a chance to reach their potential.

QUALIFICATIONS

We require all applicants to have a basic understanding of English Literacy and Numeracy (ESOL2)
Find out more and apply here

INVENTORY AND SUPPLY APPRENTICE - diageo

25/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Alloa
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A
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WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF INVENTORY AND SUPPLY APPRENTICES. IS THAT YOU?
 

We see our apprenticeships as key to our future business across Scotland and also in creating valuable employment for young people. We are looking to add to our expanding workforce through the recruitment of Inventory and Supply apprentices. Our Apprenticeship programme is built on work experience, skills and knowledge. You’ll receive all of these and more as you create a platform for yourself that will launch a career to be proud of.

Diageo’s Inventory & Supply department is the central planning team, based in Alloa, that is responsible for the day to day management of Diageo’s maturing Scotch Whisky and Rum stocks held across Scotland.

This small dynamic team manage the selection, logistical movements and quality assurance activities associated with all Scotch Whisky & Rum blending operations.  

Reporting to the Inventory team this Modern Apprenticeship role provides a unique opportunity to develop a broad skill set within a multi discipline working environment, while working towards a structured SVQ certified qualification in Supply Chain over a three year period.


WHAT WILL I LEARN?
  
  • Practical on the job training coupled with ongoing learning.
  • An introduction to Whisky Stock management
  • Learn how to develop key relationship skills and deliver excellent customer service
  • An introduction to supply chain management and how to effectively manage capacities versus customer demand
  • Develop an understanding of HMRC & Duty compliance within the Scotch Whisky industry.
  • Team work.
  • An enthusiastic learner who is looking to grow and develop over the apprenticeship
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SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: 
  •  Minimum of 3 Scottish National 5 Qualifications or above (to include Maths and English)
  • Highly practical & a great problem solver

Find out more and apply here

Admin Support Assistant - Stirling council

25/3/2019

 
​LOCATION: Bannockburn
JOB TYPE: Part time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Closes 01/04/19
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A vacancy has arisen for a part time administrative support assistant with excellent customer service skills to work in the local office at Bannockburn Library. You will provide a front-line reception service to members of the public, dealing with enquiries, logging calls and taking payments. You will hold the SQA or equivalent qualification in English and Maths at credit/general level 1-3 and be competent in the use of Office software packages. A flexible approach to the working week, which will include evening and weekend working, is essential. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills. Previous experience and knowledge of local office work is desirable, but applicants with a customer focussed attitude should also apply.
Find out more and apply here

Water Treatment Modern Apprentice - scottish water

18/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Forth Valley
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A
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​For the best apprenticeship, just add water!
As an apprentice at Scottish Water you’ll be joining one of Scotland’s most critical businesses and be part of the team who deliver essential water and waste water services to the people of Scotland.
We’re passionate about developing our people and we’ll help you make the most of your skills and abilities with first-class training, support, hands-on work experience and a huge investment in your development. You’ll have the chance to challenge and stretch yourself and build opportunities for your future as your career grows and develops. We’re a team that respects and values peoples’ differences, where you can be yourself - and where you can flourish.
As part of our commitment to talent development we are now accepting applications for our 2019 Apprentice Programme which commences in August 2019 for you to join as a Water Treatment Modern Apprentice covering the wider area of Forth Valley / West Perthshire. 

What will you be doing?
During this 4 year programme, you’ll be learning everything you need to know about how we treat water to ensure that we provide our customers with high quality and safe drinking water, protecting public health and the environment in the process. That means most of your days will be spent outdoors, on our operational sites - working as part of an expert and experienced team who will support you to develop your skills and knowledge and achieve a nationally recognised qualification. This is your chance to learn as you earn, working with industry-leading teams to help deliver services that are essential to the daily lives of the people of Scotland.
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Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for people who are self-motivated, team players who enjoy being outdoors. You should be practical, well organised and a good problem solver with a positive attitude and the ability to work on your own initiative. You’ll have five National 4 or 5 Qualifications (English, Maths and Science are advantageous but not essential) and a full UK driving licence (or currently be working to achieve this) as you’ll typically be working across a number of our sites.
Find out more and apply here

apprentice coppersmith - diageo

18/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Abercrombie
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A
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Job Description :

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF COPPERSMITH APPRENTICES. IS THAT YOU?
 
We see our apprenticeships as key to our future business across Scotland and also in creating valuable employment for young people. We are looking to add to our expanding workforce through the recruitment of Coppersmith apprentices. Our Apprenticeship programme is built on work experience, skills and knowledge. You’ll receive all of these and more as you create a platform for yourself that will launch a career to be proud of.

 
WHAT WILL I LEARN?

 
  • Practical on the job training coupled with ongoing learning.
  • How to manufacture fabricated process equipment for distilleries. Including pot & column stills, condensers, storage tanks, mash & lauter tuns and pipework.
  • The installation of the above process equipment into distilleries and Diageo plants across Scotland
  • Condition monitoring and inspection techniques for the equipment we manufacture and install
  • Learning about Health and Safety, quality, environment and team working.
  • Team work.
 
 
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: 
 
 
  • Minimum of 3 Scottish National 5 Qualifications or above (to include Maths and English)
  • Highly practical & a great problem solver
  • An enthusiastic learner who is looking to grow and develop over the apprenticeship
  • We have a saying here – that character is everything. We’re looking for enthusiastic, curious, endlessly energetic people. Self-motivated, tenacious team-players who want to learn and grow – and fast. You’ll emerge from your programme with leadership and functional skills, knowledge that comes from working with great colleagues who love passing on their expertise, and industry-recognised qualifications too.
Find out more and apply here

Apprentice Planning & Compliance - diageo

18/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Menstrie 
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A
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Job Description :

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF PLANNING & COMPLIANCE APPRENTICES. IS THAT YOU?
 
We see our apprenticeships as key to our future business across Scotland and also in creating valuable employment for young people. We are looking to add to our expanding workforce through the recruitment of Planning and Compliance apprentices. Our Apprenticeship programme is built on work experience, skills and knowledge. You’ll receive all of these and more as you create a platform for yourself that will launch a career to be proud of.

 
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
 
  • Practical on the job training coupled with ongoing learning.
  • Learning about planning, recording and keeping track of the movement of upwards of 100 million litres of spirit per annum.
  • An understanding of how we remain compliant with HMRC regulations.
  • Learning about whisky blending, filling, disgorging, warehousing and white spirits areas.
  • An introduction into Manufacturing Excellence principles.
  • Team work.
 
 
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: 

 
 
  • Minimum of 3 Scottish National 5 Qualifications or above (to include Maths and English)
  • Highly practical & a great problem solver
  • An enthusiastic learner who is looking to grow and develop over the 2 year apprenticeship
  • We have a saying here – that character is everything. We’re looking for enthusiastic, curious, endlessly energetic people. Self-motivated, tenacious team-players who want to learn and grow – and fast. You’ll emerge from your programme with leadership and functional skills, knowledge that comes from working with great colleagues who love passing on their expertise, and industry-recognised qualifications too.
Find out more and apply here

Apprentice Administrator - robertson group

18/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Stirlingshire
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A

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Overview

At Robertson, we build much more than just ground-breaking infrastructure. We build brilliant communities, we build forward-thinking businesses, and we build the kind of amazing, career-transforming futures that our people look forward to every day.

We’re one of the UK’s largest, independently owned construction, infrastructure and support services companies – and we’re still growing fast. The way we work is innovative and transformative, our people are passionate and knowledgeable, our culture is warm, friendly and family-driven, and with over 50 years’ experience of our industry, our clients trust us to deliver everything we promise.

Your new role

When it comes to your career, we deliver everything we promise to.

 As Appretice Administrator, you’ll be responsible for:

Receiving and distributing all incoming mail. Prepare and post all outgoing mail.
Typing and distributing minutes of project meetings, e.g. subcontractor progress meetings, site safety meetings, commercial review team meetings etc.
Filing correspondence and set up new files accordingly.
Monitoring and maintaining online document management system, ensuring circulation of correspondence to appropriate subcontractors.
To join us, we’re looking for:

4 x National 5s (English & Maths)
Excellent communication skills
Punctual and reliable
Helpful and approachable by nature
Find out more and apply here

apprentice body repairer - arnold clark

13/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Stirling
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A
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Hours
Full time, 39 hours per week.
About the role
As an Apprentice Body Repairer, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a range of bodyshop-based tasks. These will include moving and refitting vehicle body panels and trims, carrying our repairs to manufacturer specification, welding and rectifying vehicle body misalignment.
Excellent communication skills are an absolute must, as is a meticulous eye for detail and a basic grasp of hand skills. You’ll be able to show us genuine enthusiasm for the role, a professional manner and a willingness to get stuck in. With the guidance of your mentors and supervisors, you’ll work towards a Level 3 qualification in Body Repair.
Day-to-day duties
  • Repairing vehicle damage to manufacturer specifications.
  • Carrying out general housekeeping in the workshop.
  • Liaising with mentors and supervisors to carry out any tasks.
  • Working safely, while completing various workshop-based tasks.
  • Removing and refitting vehicle body panels and trims.
  • Applying body fillers to rectify panel deformation.
  • Setting up and testing equipment.
Essential skills
  • You’ll have gained or be working towards National 4 or above in Maths, English and a Science or Technical subject or accredited equivalent.
  • You must be literate, numerate, reliable and keen to learn.
  • Basic hand skills.
Find out more and apply here

Apprentice Light Vehicle Technician - arnold clark

13/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Falkirk
JOB TYPE: Full time 

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: N/A
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Hours
Full time, 39 hours per week.

About the role
As well as attending GTG for a week’s block release of training, regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken in your own workplace to ensure you have the skills to successfully complete a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
This role would be great for a candidate who would enjoy working in a practical environment with an enthusiastic attitude and willingness to learn. On completion of the apprenticeship, there will be some great career opportunities.

Day to day duties
  • Working with wheels and tyres.
  • Basic servicing, including car health checks.
  • Steering and suspension.
  • Putting theory into practice following training weeks.
  • MOT preparation.
  • Electrical fault diagnostics.
  • Carrying out reviews on film to build customer trust.
  • Overhaul of major components.
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Essential skills
  • You’ll have gained or be working towards National 4 or above in Maths, English and a Science or Technical subject, or accredited equivalent.
  • You must be literate, numerate, reliable and keen to learn.
  • The ability to build key relationships with other departments.
  • You won’t be afraid to ask questions.
  • Willingness to work in a practical environment.
  • Eagerness to learn new things.
  • Ability to take instruction and use your own initiative.
  • Listening skills.
Find out more and apply here

Early Childhood Educator -Stirling Council

4/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Stirling 
JOB TYPE: Full time

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:  07/03/19
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Job overview
As an Early Years Modern Apprentice within Stirling Council's Early Years team. You will work as a member of a team, supporting the delivery of a broad and balanced early year's curriculum within a caring, safe, and welcoming environment, to enable each child to achieve their potential. You will contribute to the creation of a positive ethos to support the development of children's self-esteem and personal identity in a climate of trust and praise. You will learn about the importance of working with parents and carers, and with other agencies, to promote the welfare and development of every child. You will have 3 National 5'S (or equivalent) including English, be aged 20 years or over and be able to demonstrate an enthusiasm this role and a commitment to learn. The posts we have available include a number of urban Stirling nurseries and 3 rural (Callander, Aberfoyle and Killin). Interviews will be held on the 15th & 16th April 2019. If you have an HNC in Early Years Education and Childcare (or equivalent) you need not apply. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

What will I learn?
• Learn how to enable all children within the nursery to develop to their full potential by engaging them in, and supporting them with, their involvement in appropriate experiences and learning opportunities within the context of local and national curriculum guidance and care standards.
• To support the creation of a warm, caring environment in which each child feels secure, respected and valued in her/his own right and which promotes equality of opportunity for all.
• To learn how to prepare and maintain materials and equipment which are appropriate to the developmental needs of the children.
• To support in the work with dedicated groups of children within the nursery
• To learn to recognise and be sensitive to children who are potentially at risk and take appropriate action 
• To support in the liaison and work with other professionals e.g. social workers, health visitors etc., in accordance with the promotion of the best interests of the child.
• To establish and maintain positive relationships with parents and families to support their child's early learning.
• Learn how to observe and monitor the learning needs of each child and provide her/him with opportunities to develop skills and access experiences appropriate to her/his developmental needs.
• To work with colleagues, children and parents in the planning, recording and reporting of each child's progress according to the system identified by Early Childhood Services within Stirling Council.
• To complete a Modern Apprenticeship in Social Services (Children and Young People) SCQF 7 and other training relevant to the apprenticeship.
• To participate in staff development opportunities and training supporting continued professional development, personal reflection and review.
• To engage in the process of professional review and development established within Education Services, Stirling Council.
• To participate in staff meetings and parents evenings in accordance with the exigencies of the service. Where this happens out with usual hours this will be agreed after negotiation and with due notice to all staff.
• To comply with holiday closure arrangements in accordance with the exigencies of the service after negotiation and with due notice to all staff.
• To ensure health and safety, security standards and procedures are maintained in accordance with Council procedures e.g. fire drill and evacuation security systems etc.
• Any other duties as may be considered appropriate for this post
Find out more and apply here

Oil and Gas Technical Assistant - OGTAP

4/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Falkirk
JOB TYPE: Full time

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:  13/03/19
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Job Overview

Being an OGTAP apprentice gives you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification combined with practical work experience with some of the most innovative oil and gas companies. 

Applicants can choose from 1 of 4 disciplines:
- Instrument and Control Maintenance
- Mechanical Maintenance 
- Electrical Maintenance
- Processing Hydrocarbons.

What will I learn?
As an apprentice you will:
- Study towards a related qualification 
- Work alongside experienced staff and work closely with peers 
- Gain job-specific skills 
- Earn while you learn.

You will attend college for 21 months, where the following qualifications will be attained:
- Performing Engineering Operations, SVQ Level 2
- National Certificate (mixed discipline) 
- Higher National Certificate (chosen discipline)
- OPITO Global Level 2 Training Certificate: Oil and Gas Processing 
- BOSIET with CA-EBS
- MIST 
- ISSOW/Gas Testing 
- ECITB Safety Passports (for ECITB apprentices only). 

Find out more and apply here

Multi Skilled Engineer - Nordex UK Ltd

4/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Stirling 
JOB TYPE: Full time

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:  29/03/19
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Job Overview

Nordex is a manufacturer of onshore wind turbines in the wind energy sector. We have been successful for over 30 years in an industry with a big future. We are now launching our Modern Apprenticeship program in Engineering.


Our apprenticeship is a comprehensive training program lasting for up to 4 years. Your first year will be based at Forth Valley College, Falkirk campus on a full-time basis working to gaining your SVQ at SCQF level 5 and National Certificate in Engineering. 

You will receive tailored on the job training at our Wind Farms in the Stirling area and at other locations across the UK. There will also be day release for you to continue to pursue your academic studies so that you can achieve HNC and the work based SVQ at SCQF level 6 on the Multi skilled Engineer pathway.

What will I learn?


As part of your on the job training, Nordex will guide you through the electrical and mechanical workings of our turbines. Be able to work as part of our onsite teams and make simple repairs building up to more complex repairs and component exchanges of our turbines. There are planned services and inspections to be carried out along with documentation that needs to be completed on our systems pre and post activities.
Find out more and apply here

Electrical Engineer - Forth Ports

4/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Grangemouth
JOB TYPE: Full time

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:  19/04/19
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Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join our busy Engineering Team at our Port in Grangemouth on a 4 year Apprenticeship Programme where you will have access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities in Electrical Engineering.

What will I learn?

You will build your technical and practical skills working alongside our experienced Electrical Engineering Team whilst also developing your academic knowledge through college based studies.

With a willingness to learn and commitment to the full Apprenticeship Programme, you will be comfortable working outside in all weathers, at heights and in confined spaces. You must be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the highest standards of health and safety at all times. 

Year 1 – You will attend full time at College studying towards the Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 qualification. 

Years 2 to 4 – Working onsite with the Electrical Engineering Team, you will also attend College on a day release basis studying towards an HNC in Electrical Engineering.
Find out more and apply here

Early Learning & Childcare Trainee - Clackmannanshire Council

4/3/2019

 
LOCATION: Alloa
JOB TYPE: Full time

​WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:  06/03/19
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Job overview

As a member of a nursery team the Early Learning and Childcare Trainee will be actively involved in the delivery of an effective Early Years Service that meets the needs of children and their families in line with policy and procedures. The trainee will work to achieve a SVQ level 3 Social Services (Children and Young People) The trainee will be involved in planning and implementing an appropriately balanced high quality child centered Early Years Service whilst providing a caring, safe and welcoming environment for children which will allow each
child to develop at their own rate. Planning will be guided by current national guidance for example, Curriculum for Excellence and other relevant material.


What will I learn? You will learn how to:

• Support and assist in observing, recording and assessments of groups
and individual children.
• Work towards achieving a SVQ level 3 through a mixture of on the
job training and attendance at the Early Years Academy.
• Promote all children's emotional, personal and social development
through good health, safety and caring practices.
• Assist in providing appropriate learning experiences for children with
additional support needs relevant to the child's Individual Educational
Programme (IEP)
• Respond effectively to children in a stimulating learning environment
using a variety of strategies and techniques.
• Lift and manoeuvre equipment or children which should be
undertaken within Health and Safety procedures and Council
guidelines.
• Adhere to Service Circulars and guidance issued by the Council and
held within Early Years' Service, e.g. administering medicines.
• Be a positive role model.

Find out more and apply here

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