Advanced Apprenticeship in IT

It takes the brightest minds to be a technology leader. It takes imagination to create green energy for the generations to come. At Siemens Gamesa we make real what matters, join our global team.

Siemens Gamesa has a vision for renewable energy: we believe in the power of nature and technology. Help us to be ready to face the energy challenges of tomorrow and make a green footprint – join us in creating a better future for our planet. We focus on hiring the best people, wherever they may be in the world. We pride ourselves on the flexibility we offer to our employees and are committed to building a workforce that can grow with the company. Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  In our culture of trust, we focus on empowerment, diversity and continuous learning. Valuing our people is what makes us one global team, with our colleagues’ safety at the heart of our organisation.   Our facility in Hull produces wind turbine blades for our offshore market and supplies global offshore wind farm projects.

About the apprenticeship

Our Apprenticeships are site based and can take up to two years to complete. Apprentices work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in IT Solutions and an end point assessment.  

We have a 2-year Apprenticeship available at our Hull Blade Factory, where you will report to the local IT Team Lead and be supported by a friendly team who will help you develop and learn new skills.

Your day-to-day duties will typically include:

• Providing friendly 1st and some 2nd line support for employees at all levels on various IT issues, escalating problems to the appropriate team or provider as needed.
• Preparing and issuing IT equipment such as laptops and phones for new and existing staff.
• Support mobile phone issues, primarily iOS, manage user accounts (including password resets, unlocking, and licensing).
• Act as "Smart Hands" for hardware support of externally managed services, and handle the ordering, issuing, and activation of company ID and access cards.
• Provide Office 365 support and troubleshooting, maintain accurate and up-to-date asset records, and assist with both local and SGRE strategic IT project promotion and implementation.
• Completion of all academic assignments within agreed timescale which will be reviewed on a regular basis.
• Supporting STEM activities including work experience, volunteering and attendance at recruitment events.

What you need to make a difference

• Four GCSE's or equivalent at Grade 4/C or above which must include Math, English Language and Science and Level 2 ICT.
• A passion for renewable energy and a sense for the importance to lead the change.
• Able to communicate within a team and across all levels, including Management, Suppliers and External Service Providers.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to set priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Able to work methodically and independently where applicable.
• Numerate and proficient in the use of Windows 10 operating system.
• Willing to learn technical concepts to support new systems and software.

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

We are driven by people - from more than 100 different countries, they build the company we are every day. Our diverse and inclusive culture encourages us to think outside the box, speak without fear, and be bold. We value the flexibility that our smart-working arrangements, our digital disconnection framework and our  family-friendly practices bring to the new way of working.