Career Opportunity

Apprenticeship Programme 2025

Posted: Tue 04 March 25

Overview

Power Jacks introduced their modern apprentice scheme in 2016 in conjunction with the North East of Scotland College in Aberdeenshire, aiming to help address the skills shortages in the industry whilst providing a defined development path for individuals looking to follow a career in engineering.

Positions Available

We are looking to hire the following positions to start with the organisation immediately:

• 3 x Mechanical and Assembly Apprentices in a mix of CNC and Mechanical Fitting

We offer a great starting salary and guarantee a comprehensive training and support package throughout your career.

Main Purpose

• To fully support the Machining, Assembly and Build of Power Jacks products and services while working towards a SVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Apprenticeships.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn how to check materials to ensure that sufficient raw materials are available and correct using drawings and technical specifications.
• Learn how to fabricate and machine products from steel and other materials.
• Follow engineering drawings and Standard Operating Procedures to assemble products.
• Produce products with a high degree of accuracy and finish, ensuring Power Jacks quality standards are achieved.
• Learn to identify products and components.
• Perform stock checks.
• Learn to identify and use correct tools for the job, use of power tools also general workshop activities.

Entrance Qualifications

To apply for the Mechanical Apprenticeships, you must have NAT 5 Pass in:

• Mathematics
• English
• Science Subject
• Technical Subject

Completed your PEO (Performing Engineering Operations).
Completed your SVQ level 2 in Mechanical Discipline.
Proven experience in a part time role is preferred (not essential).

Recruitment Process

Please apply to barry.mole@powerjacks.com no later than March 30th 2025