Apprentice Lifting Technician

Are you a friendly and outgoing person who is looking for a Company that really values your contribution and can offer you award-winning training opportunities? Read on as we may have just the apprenticeship you are looking for!

Our apprentices are the future of our business. On our 36-month apprenticeship programme you will learn the skills to become a successful Lifting Technician with a fantastic range of future career options ahead of you. With the current levels of advancement in technology, there could not be a more exciting time to join us and following successful completion of your apprenticeship you will be offered a permanent role, with one of the best rental equipment providers in the industry.

On a daily basis you’ll work within one of our specialist operational centres where you will learn to:

• Service and repair a wide variety of lifting equipment to meet company, industry, and manufacturer standards
• Adjust and maintain the mechanical and electrical aspects of lifting and handling equipment
• Inspect and function test a wide range of equipment
• Assess equipment to ensure it meets the correct operational and safety guidelines
• Diagnose and rectify faults, making recommendations regarding replacement parts and fitting them correctly
• Recognise defective items through fault finding procedures
• Provide comprehensive reports for customers
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive service and maintenance records
• Develop in-depth product knowledge, continually expanding your skills
• Build excellent working relationships with customers and understand their business needs and requirements
• Become an ambassador for our “Customer First” culture, resolving any issues quickly and keeping your colleagues and customers informed, so they feel truly valued
• Expand your team working skills with your colleagues and the wider Sunbelt Rentals team
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines as part of a varied workday in a fast-paced operational environment
• Operate within a highly developed safety culture within a focused team environment

We’ll provide you with a comprehensive company induction, role-specific training, and apprenticeship support. You will become a part of a larger apprentice cohort where you will be able to form lifelong relationships and engage in a wider support network.

We’ll also support your personal growth and development in line with your Sunbelt Rentals career aspirations.  You will attend both in-house and manufacturer courses to expand your product knowledge and skills. You will gain additional Lifting industry LEEA certifications, and complete a range of internal course modules, whilst also having the opportunity to progress to higher level qualifications in the future.

Apprenticeship Training

You will be completing a level 3 Lifting Equipment Technician Apprenticeship Standard. This will be delivered using a combination of.

• Workplace experience to gain practical skills
• Guidance and training from an experienced workplace mentor
• Industry recognised training leading to an apprenticeship qualification. Training will be delivered remotely and via an assessor visiting the workplace, however you will be required to attend some residential placements at college, and may be required to travel outside of your normal working hours
• Additional LEEA certification courses are included in the programme, with further internal courses delivered within year 3

What you will need to bring to the role from day one:

• Enthusiasm
• The motivation and appetite to learn new skills
• Responsible behaviour
• Ability to work in a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions
• Initiative
• An eagerness to understand our product range and the wider Sunbelt Rentals business
• The ability to engage and build relationships with both internal and external customers
• A flexible and adaptable approach
• GCSE or equivalent Grade 4 or above in Maths and English

Sunbelt Rentals is the leader in equipment rentals in the UK, Ireland, US and Canada - as well as specialist operations in Europe.

We provide a range of solutions to every market and sector, including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government and events. Our teams make the impossible possible and the unthinkable doable. Turning what if into what is.

Our people are at the heart of our values and they’re our greatest asset. We rely on you to look after our customers so in return, we take good care of you. We recognise the value and uniqueness of our team-mates and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive Sunbelt Rentals, providing equality of opportunity and a culture of fairness and respect. Your health, safety and wellbeing is really important to us. We’re raising awareness and providing support through initiatives such as our mental health awareness campaign and first-aider programme. You’ll also be able to access a 24-7 employee assistance helpline, counselling services and financial wellbeing support.