Apprentice Engineering Planner

Johnson Controls

  • Manchester
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
SummaryJohnson Controls are the global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to re-imagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet! You will learn how to support the installation team by planning and tracking installations and optimising the utilisation of available labour resource.Annual wage £14,722.50 a yearPay will increase annuallyTraining courseBusiness administratorHours Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm, or as per business needs.37.5 hours a weekWorkAs an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.What you’ll do at workThis apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to kickstart a lifelong career in a dynamic and innovative business environment. Here are some key duties and responsibilities you'll undertake as part of this role:
  • Project Coordination: You'll learn to oversee the end-to-end delivery of projects to clients, ensuring that project milestones and deadlines are met. This involves coordinating various aspects of the project, including scheduling, resource allocation, and logistics management
  • Customer Relationship Management: Building strong relationships with customers, installation engineers, and managers is essential. You'll develop effective communication skills to understand customer needs, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
  • Programme Preparation: You'll be responsible for preparing programmes and schedules for project execution. This involves creating detailed plans that outline tasks, timelines, and resource requirements to ensure efficient project management
  • Supplier Negotiation and Coordination: Learning to negotiate with suppliers and coordinate the delivery of materials and equipment is crucial. This ensures that all necessary resources are procured and delivered on time to support project activities
  • Manpower Planning: Coordinating the manpower planning of a team of engineers is part of your role. You'll learn to allocate resources effectively, ensuring that the right personnel are assigned to tasks based on their skills and availability
  • Information Management: Producing fast and accurate information for engineers and customers is essential for project success. You'll learn to maintain documentation and communication channels to keep stakeholders informed and updated on project progress
  • Installation Monitoring: Monitoring the progress of installations is key to ensuring they stay on schedule and minimise downtime
  • You'll learn to oversee installation activities, identify potential delays or issues, and implement corrective actions as needed
  • Documentation Management: Ensuring that all installation information is available, complete, and up-to-date is critical for project compliance and quality assurance. You'll assist in maintaining accurate records and documentation throughout the project lifecycle
  • Subcontractor Scheduling: Assisting with the scheduling of subcontractors is part of your role. You'll learn to coordinate with external partners to ensure the timely and efficient execution of project tasks that require specialised expertise
By mastering these duties and responsibilities throughout your apprenticeship, you'll emerge equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in project coordination within a highly technical and innovative business environment. This role offers both challenges and rewards, laying the foundation for a fulfilling career in project management.Where you’ll workTyco Park, Grimshaw Lane, Manchester, M40 2WLTrainingAn apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.College or training organisationMBKB LTDYour training courseBusiness administratorEqual to Level 3 (A level)By enrolling in the Advanced Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship qualification, you'll gain the skills, knowledge, and practical experience needed to thrive in administrative roles across various industries. This comprehensive training program sets the stage for a rewarding career in business administration, offering opportunities for growth and advancement in the future.RequirementsEssential qualifications
  • GCSE English (Grade Grade 4 or above) essential
  • GCSE Maths (Grade Grade 4 or above) essential
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.Skills
  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Future Focused
  • Purpose Led
  • Customer Driven
  • Integrity
About this companyJohnson Controls is a global leader in technology and industry, serving customers in over 150 countries. Our mission is to create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, and integrated infrastructure. We welcome individuals with a passion for engineering to join us in shaping a better tomorrow through our diverse range of projects and opportunities.Company BenefitsPension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, life assurance and sick pay.

Johnson Controls