Business Administration Apprentice

There are up to five Business Administration Apprenticeship vacancies within Belfast City Council. An information session will be held Wednesday 25 June 2025 at Europa Hotel from 12 noon to 2pm with a formal presentation at 12.30pm. The session will offer an opportunity to speak to council officers about the role. There will also be staff on hand to give more information on the benefits of working at BCC, and to provide guidance on completing applications. To register for the information session: email: hrdevelopmentunit@belfastcity.gov.uk To register and apply for this job, go to Business Administration Apprentice (link opens in new window). You can also download the job description, employee specification and terms and conditions for this job. ​​​​​​​ As Roman Catholics and females are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome. As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

Electrical Apprentice

The Opportunity Kirby is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK and Europe, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance. The Role Kirby are currently seeking candidates for our Electrical  Apprenticeship Programme  in the  Connacht  region. We aim to develop the best and brightest electrical apprentices to become world class craft professionals. Requirements Applicants must have completed their leaving certificate and have obtained a minimum C3 / O4 grade in ordinary level maths and will need a Valid Safepass Card – No experience necessary.

Metal Fabrication Apprentice

First Year Apprentice Vacancy First year apprentice required for fabrication workshop, the role includes 1) Reading drawings and cut lists 2) Cutting plate and hollow sections 3) Loading material into welding jigs 4) Cleaning fabricated material 5) Assembling final products Must have good English, safepass and manual handling training Profile of Craft The Metal Fabricator’s job includes the reading of drawings, working with materials such as low carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel and aluminium. The fabricator is involved in such industries as constructional steel, pressure vessel, tank and boiler manufacture, ship building and ship repair also general engineering. The skills required are wide and varied. They include skills such as measuring, marking out, cutting and welding materials using different processes and assembly techniques. The Metal Fabricator will spend some time outdoors and may be required to work on heights. At the end of the apprenticeship, the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following skills: Core Skills Use, care and safety on the following machines and equipment: • Guillotine • Press brake • Rolls • Ironworker • Mechanical saws • Drills • Cutting • Forming • Welding Operations involve mechanical and thermal cutting, marking, drilling,notching, bending, rolling, forming and welding using various materials Pattern development Parallel line, radial line and triangulation methods Specialist Skills • Oxy-fuel gas cutting and plasma cutting • Welding processes using: Oxy-fuel; MMA; MIG/MAG; TIG/TAG • Rolling, bending and forming various materials Generic Skills Workshop practice including: • Safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment • Marking out • Drilling • Tapping • Riveting Technical drawing: • Interpretation of first and third angle projections • Isometric, oblique and free hand sketching Personal Skills • Communications • Customer relations • Adaptability • Ability to work as a team member • Ability to work independently • Initiative • Problem solving • Planning • Information gathering • Quality systems • Safety

QC Lab Apprentice

Join a Market Leader Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market. Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites. Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are  In it for life. You will be responsible to: The QC Laboratory Apprenticeship is a full-time opportunity to earn while you learn, this is an apprenticeship program with IBEC. This is a two year Level 6 course – (Higher Certificate in Science Laboratory Technician) and a continuation option to be qualified as a Laboratory analyst (Level 7 - Ordinary Bachelor of Science Degree). It consists of both industry training and academia study using both theory and practical elements. Tasks carried out in the Quality Control laboratory in Hovione are in accordance with the course. [10:56 AM] Louise Dennehy (Hovione - HE) responsibilities: Perform assigned analytical testing with accuracy, completeness and compliance with the established procedures and specifications as directed by QC manager/designee

Etcal Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

ETCAL Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

Horticulture Level Apprentice

Toolmaking Apprentice

Avenue -a Nolato company based in Finisklin Business Park, Sligo is an award-winning mould-building company, and a growing medical device precision injection moulding business that has been successfully serving Ireland and the broader European markets for 35 years. We specialise in the design, manufacture, and validation of multi-cavity, highly complex, injection moulds and complex injection-moulded thermoplastic solutions to the medical device, diagnostic, and pharmaceutical industries. The primary role of an Apprentice Toolmaker is to learn how to operate all machinery needed to produce and maintain precision tools used in the production of metal, plastic, and other material. The work will involve interpreting drawings and technical data to machines and assemble with great accuracy jigs, fixtures, moulding tools, dies and punches. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Willingness to learn and understand how to operate all equipment needed to build and maintain precision tools • Learn and understand how to apply technical data and drawings • Check the work performed using appropriate measuring equipment • Servicing and maintaining relevant equipment • Willingness to continue your education by attending classes offered by Avenue primarily after working hours • Willing to do all tasks assigned including but not limited to delivering parts to vendors if needed, machine maintenance as well as maintaining overall shop appearance. QUALIFICATIONS: • Leaving Certificate including good level of Maths • Good mechanical ability • Good basic computer skills • Strong attention to detail • Strong organisational skills

Motor Mechanics Apprentice

Profile of Craft The work of a Motor Mechanic involves the servicing, maintenance and fault diagnosis of automobile and light commercial vehicle mechanical and electrical systems, vehicle component removal, installation or repair according to original manufacturers’ specification. At the end of the apprenticeship, the craftsperson will be able to demonstrate competence in the following skills: Core Skills Servicing Read, interpret and carry out manufacturers’ instructions for all vehicle service, maintenance and repair procedures. Complete a vehicle report form. Fgas Describe the overall aim of Regulation No. 842/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 of May 2006 in relation to the air conditioning systems of automotive vehicles (MACs). List the dangers to personal health and related safety regulations related to the refrigerant gas contained in mobile air conditioning (MAC) systems. Describe the location of possible leaks of refrigerant gas from an automotive air con unit. Engine Diagnose faults, dismantle and reassemble the engine and its ancillary components. Replace timing belts and chains. Use all recommended bolt tightening procedures. Electrical Read and interpret relevant electrical wiring diagrams. Use fault-code reader to interrogate ECU memory and OBD system. Employ a logical and structured fault diagnosis methodology (use of diagnostic flow charts). Measure and interpret quantities of electrical current, voltage and resistance. Diagnose/ resolve faults in starter, charging and lighting circuits. Remove/replace vehicle lighting components. Align headlamps. Fuel/Ignition Diagnose and resolve faults in electronically controlled fuel, ignition and emissions control systems. Evaluate exhaust emission levels with reference to NCT/DoT VTM test requirements. Transmission Diagnose faults in manual transmission units. Remove/refit manual transmission units. Diagnose faults in clutch assemblies. Remove/replace clutch components. Remove/replace driveshaft joints and bearings. Brakes Diagnose mechanical and hydraulic faults in the braking system. Remove/ replace brake components. Employ manufacturers’ recommended service and bleeding procedures Core Skills Specialist Skills Steering/Suspension Diagnose faults in steering and suspension systems. Remove/replace steering and suspension components. Align suspension and steering geometry. Balance wheels. Repair punctures. Bodywork Remove/replace bodywork components e.g. door locks, windows and regulators. Engine Carry out complete engine overhaul on automobile and light commercial vehicle petrol and diesel engines. Electrical Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: standard, multi-voltage and high voltage systems, inter-control module communication systems e.g. CAN, LIN, VAN and MOST networks, multiplex wiring, climate control, cruise control, theft deterrence systems, comfort systems e.g. electric windows and seat/steering adjustment, sunroof, and central locking. Fuel systems Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: high pressure petrol injection systems (e.g. GDI and MED-Motronic) and high pressure diesel injection systems (e.g. commonrail). Transmission Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, overhaul and return to original manufacturers’ specification: manual, automatic or hybrid transmission assemblies. Brakes Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: ABS and EHB (Electro-Hydraulic Braking) systems. This includes ESP (Electronic Stability Program), TCS (Traction Control System), and ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) systems. Occupant safety Examine, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: vehicle occupant passive safety systems. This includes airbag, belt tensioner and rollover protection systems. Communication and Information Check operation of, diagnose any faults present, and return to original manufacturers’ specification: In-Car Entertainment systems, telecommunication systems, vehicle information systems e.g. technical monitoring displays and GPS (Global Positioning System). Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) systems. Discuss and demonstrate best practice for handling of Fgases storage cylinders, the safe recovery and disposal of Fgas. Perform full servicing of an air conditioning system of a motor vehicle to include: leak detection, recovery, vacuum and refill. Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) systems. Discuss and demonstrate best practice for handling of Fgases storage cylinders, the safe recovery and disposal of Fgas. Perform full servicing of an air conditioning system of a motor vehicle to include: leak detection, recovery, vacuum and refill. Common Skills Servicing Read, interpret and carry out manufacturers’ instructions for all vehicle service, maintenance and repair procedures. Complete a vehicle report form. NCT/DoT VTM Determine the condition of automotive vehicles to NCT/DoT VTM requirements. Engine Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: petrol and diesel engines and their ancillary components. Electrical Read and interpret relevant electrical wiring diagrams. Use fault-code reader to interrogate ECU memory and OBD system. Employ a logical and structured fault diagnosis methodology (use of diagnostic flow charts). Measure and interpret quantities of electrical current, voltage and resistance. Diagnose/ resolve faults in starter, charging and lighting circuits. Remove/replace vehicle lighting components. Align headlamps. Transmission Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: clutch system components, driveshafts and bearings. Brakes Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: brake friction linings. Steering Diagnose faults and return to original manufacturers’ specification: steering linkage and geometry settings. Bodywork Remove/replace bodywork components e.g. door locks, windows and regulators.

Construction Plant Fitting Apprentice

Job Description Power Plant Hire wish to recruit a First Year Apprentice Construction Plant Fitter to join our busy workshop. You will be working in a well-equipped workshop with a team of dedicated professionals. As the Apprentice Plant Fitter, you will post hire inspect, service and repair our full range of plant hire equipment, maintaining the quality, safety, reliability, and availability of hire stock in an effective manner. You will learn to maintain, diagnose, and resolve technical concerns in mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems of machines and equipment ranging from electrical tools, small petrol plant, large plant such as mini excavators and access equipment. Working hours: 8.30am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday, some Saturday work may be required. You will receive the going rate for a Construction Plant Fitter Apprentice. Responsibilities • Working with and learning from experienced Craftsperson’s • Comply with Health and Safety requirements • Working with machines and mechanical equipment • Accepting responsibility for the quality of own work • Using the special service tools, materials, and equipment • Reading and interpreting technical instructions and diagrams • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems • Dismantling, examining, and re-assembling mechanical systems and components • Testing electrical and electronic systems and components • Record and communicate accurate work records or reports • Taking responsibility for own learning, including the allocation of study time • Being responsible for controlling or adjusting the operation of equipment Requirements • Apprentice fitter must be over the age of 16 • Good Communication skills • Be able to solve problems • Work independently and as part of a team • Show a positive attitude • Demonstrate good work practices including time keeping, tidiness, responsibility, quality awareness and safety awareness You will be trained to undertake all levels of maintenance and repairs as well as completing Manufacturers technical training in servicing and diagnostics. Upon completion you will receive an internationally recognised QQI Level 6 Qualification. Please apply with CV to be considered by 30th of June 2025

Degree Apprentice

Degree Apprenticeship in Law – Wilson Nesbitt & Ulster University We are pleased to be partnering with Ulster University to offer a Degree Apprenticeship in Law for an aspiring future lawyer. The programme will enable a legal apprentice to study for an LLB (Hons) in Law at Ulster University, while gaining professional legal experience within one of Northern Ireland’s leading independent law firms. This unique four-year programme – facilitated by the Department for the Economy's Higher Level Apprenticeship scheme – offers aspiring solicitors the opportunity to earn while they learn, gain invaluable professional experience, and acquire a degree from an award-winning university without incurring any tuition fees. The successful candidate will commence the programme in September 2025. Programme structure: Application Process To apply, please complete the on line application form Applicants must apply for the Law – Degree Apprenticeship – LLB (Hons) programme at Ulster University (September 2025 start) and meet the minimum A Level grades required by the programme. Please note that places on the Law – Degree Apprenticeship programme are limited and are subject to funding from the Department for the Economy. If you have any questions, please contact HR Manager, Felicity Townley: ftownley@wilson-nesbitt.co.uk