As an Industrial Paint Shop Apprentice, you’ll develop hands-on skills and experience to be able to paint complex, high value, components or assemblies using a variety of machines, equipment and paint application systems.
The Paint Shop apprentice role involves learning and assisting in the selection, preparation, application and repair of industrial coatings. The apprenticeship will include shadowing of experienced technicians in all areas of the paint shop, this being within the blast chamber, conducting inspections, carrying out application of protective coating systems, learning about valve components and assisting in daily maintenance activities to identify any concerns, following all safety protocols.
This role aims to develop technical skills, understanding of specific coating systems, and familiarity with industry standards through hands-on training.
Take the first step towards building your career while gaining hands-on experience and getting paid as you work towards your qualifications.
You will complete a 4-year apprenticeship specialising in an Industrial Paint Shop environment whilst also building up knowledge and skills within the Assembly and Test areas. You will study with South Tyneside Marine School, completing a portfolio of evidence to prove their competence to achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.
Training will be completed with a training provider who will monitor training and development within a formal apprenticeship standard.
At the start of your apprenticeship, you’ll spend the first 15 weeks at South Tyneside Marine School. You’ll then join the team at Bel Valves in Walker, where you’ll spend four days per week in the factory, while attending college one day per week.
What you’ll be doing
- Working within BEL Valves Industrial Paint Shop with exposure to the Blast Chamber and Industrial Paint Application bays, utilising industry leading equipment and PPE.
- Working with overhead cranes to manoeuvre/manipulate component/assemblies
- Learning required masking, and coating repair techniques
- Learn to use the latest coating and profile measuring equipment
- Interpret and follow drawings/diagrams and coating specifications for required component or assembly
- Plan work activity, including resources, equipment and tooling
- Quality check and adjust components or assembly against required specification; for example testing and calibrating
- Identify and resolve problems with components or assembly; fault diagnosis
- Hand over completed components or assembly, this may include storage and commissioning
- Re-instate work area and equipment
- Contribute to continuous improvement in component production or assembly
Who we’re looking for
To apply, you must have achieved GCSE’s in English and Maths (A*-C/ 9-4) and have a genuine desire to learn and develop.
We’re looking for someone who has effective time management and problem-solving skills, as well as strong communication. You must be a team player, but able to work on your own initiative when needed.
If you can organise, prioritise, meet deadlines, and are able to work under pressure we’d love to hear from you!
Working hours are 37 per week.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience
- Get paid to learn
- Industry recognized qualifications
- Wellbeing app (Employee Assistance Program)
- Mentorship
- Training & development
