Position Overview & Specifications
Overview:
Salary: £15,000 per annum
Swissport is looking to recruit talented and enthusiastic apprentices to its UK&I fleet team at Birmingham Internatonal Airport
The apprenticeships will offer a structured career path, support with study for professional qualifications and experience in technician roles with real responsibility. The apprenticeship scheme will support the successful candidates in attaining their Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Technician qualification. During this time, apprentices will complete on the job training alongside attending courses at our training provider. Responsibilities: What does a typical day look like?
Why choose a career with Swissport?
Looking for an exciting new career? If this sounds like you, and you’re looking for a new challenge, rewarding new career, lots of training and development opportunities, then don’t miss out apply now! Swissport is the global leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, active in more than 269 airports in 47 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering safe, high quality services for our clients and their customers across the globe.
Swissport is looking to recruit talented and enthusiastic apprentices to its UK&I fleet team at Birmingham Internatonal Airport
The apprenticeships will offer a structured career path, support with study for professional qualifications and experience in technician roles with real responsibility. The apprenticeship scheme will support the successful candidates in attaining their Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Technician qualification. During this time, apprentices will complete on the job training alongside attending courses at our training provider. Responsibilities: What does a typical day look like?
- FP&A Performing basic service tasks & developing skills in removal and reconditioning of components.
- Assisting qualified Technicians as needed.
- Reporting weekly to a mentor or Workshop Supervisor regarding ongoing activities and progression.
- Maintaining the condition of inventory, tools and equipment.
- You’ll be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing GSE.
Why choose a career with Swissport?
- The apprenticeship is a job and a learning experience. Training is a part of the job, so you aren't sacrificing employment to focus on education and skill-building.
- You’re able to gain skills and qualifications for long-term employment while still earning a wage.
- You’ll also be rewarded for your progress as you move through the program. As you improve your skills, your pay increases.
- You’ll be working towards an industry recognised qualification
- One of the perks of enrolling on an apprenticeship is that you will be entitled to an NUS student discount card, which offers deals across restaurants, shops and gyms, both in-store and online.
- No prior knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics or electrics is required – Candidates should have a passion for vehicle technology and aviation.
- Logical approach to problem-solving.
- An enthusiasm to learn new practical and theoretical skills
- Practically minded.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- GCSE 9-4 (A*-C) or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths
Looking for an exciting new career? If this sounds like you, and you’re looking for a new challenge, rewarding new career, lots of training and development opportunities, then don’t miss out apply now! Swissport is the global leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, active in more than 269 airports in 47 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering safe, high quality services for our clients and their customers across the globe.