Mechanical Apprentice

Overview Rapiscan Systems is an industry leader in detection technology, providing cargo and vehicle inspection systems and services for ports, borders, military, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints to help customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. We offer a broad array of scanning system configurations that leverage low-, medium-, and high-energy X-ray technology—or multiple X-ray technologies—to address each customer’s unique security application requirements. Our commitment to excellence in imaging performance, innovative design, and uncompromising quality ensures our solutions consistently deliver best-in-class imaging, high reliability, and operator satisfaction, to help customers find threats and contraband with ease and confidence. This is an apprentice position suited to a school leaver that will enable them to apply themselves practically in the manufacturing environment whilst gaining a much sought-after qualification. The successful candidate will learn and understand the skills and processes required to enable them to successfully install and support various mechanical systems for Cargo and Vehicle Inspection Solutions. As part of the programme you will rotate through a variety of other departments such as engineering, health & safety and commissioning to further enhance your experience and understanding within these business areas.Successful completion of the course and suitable performance throughout the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position being offered. Responsibilities To follow instructions both written and verbal in order to learn and understand the basic skills and processes required in mechanical installation activities. Attend college on a day-release scheme to achieve the necessary job related academic qualifications to support the in-company activities and skill sets. Learn how to read and interpret mechanical engineering design/general assembly drawings to carry out the installation of mechanical systems, this could include hydraulics, mechanical fitting etc. Learn how to operate in a manner which does not endanger both the job holder and the personnel around him/her (Health & Safety at work) Work from ladders & platforms to install, modify or repair mechanical systems. Qualifications Must be enthusiastic, a good team player, reliable, hard working and flexible in your approach and willing to work extra hours when necessary and travel abroad as required. Applicants will need a total of 3 to 5 GCSEs at grade (A*-C) or (9-4) which includes: GCSE grade (A*-C) or (4-9) in English GCSE grade (A*-C) or (4-9) in science GCSE grade (A*-C) or (4-9) in maths OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.