Vacancy Description:

In our 21st year VAS has a young engineering workforce all having completed apprenticeships, some starting here from school. Staff turnover is low. We are growing every year into exciting new business projects which see us not only working in the UK but across Europe and around the world. We have two engineers in Thailand at the moment so foreign travel is a potential opportunity. Founded in 2000, VAS offer a complete package to our customers from bespoke new furnaces, spare parts, servicing and calibration. As an apprentice you will learn, How all types of furnaces operate Safe systems of work Vacuum systems, including pumps, valves and control Electrical systems, including PLC Calibrations of new and current furnaces All training is supervised and will take place at our premises in West Bromwich and at customer sites in the UK. Once qualified you will: - Ensure the efficient and safe working of the VAS systems by utilising the skills taught during your training - Carry out preventative maintenance daily and installation of new equipment as required - Calibrate new and current furnaces - Respond to and acting upon the fault report system - Update reporting IT system with any actions taken The successful applicants will have hands on, one to one training with our engineers who have themselves completed engineering apprenticeships. You will receive support from your mentor, throughout your training and your pay will be reviewed annually. As this is a field based role, from Year 2, you must hold a current driving license (or expect to have one from September) because you will be be given a company vehicle, laptop, mobile, fuel card and all the tools your will need to do your job.