[ref. t43592102] Apprentice Joiner - Newcastle upon Tyne
Overview:
Your career path. See it our way.
Apprentice Joiner
Location: Gateshead
Challenges. Opportunities. Solutions. At Robertson, we see them our way. We’re bold enough to ask questions. Brave enough to look at things differently. Confident enough to be ourselves. Start your career path with us an apprentice you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services business.And an Apprentice, you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things – for ourselves, for the built environment around us, and for a truly sustainable future.
Do you want to gain essential skills and qualifications? Then Robertson could be the place for you to start your career, then get your career off the ground at Team Robertson. Through a structured programme, as well as gaining new skills on the job we encourage you to make the most of every learning opportunity.You’ll be supported by skilled industry professionals who want to see you achieve your ambitions.
Your new role:
About the role:
Ready to head into the world of work? An Apprenticeship could be your ideal start to the next phase of your career. You’ll learn about the job, on the job, whilst we support you through further studies, so you’ll gain qualifications as well as work experience and skills. As an Appprentice Joiner you will be responsible for:
- To attend college as and when required to successfully fulfill the curriculum of a apprenticeship within the allotted time scale.
- To ensuring all apprenticeship log books and other relevant documents are completed on time and to the highest standards.
- To ensure any issues / problems raised at college or on site are reported to your appointed mentor
- To work with tradesmen in an effective, safe and helpful manner
- To undertake tasks as directed by relevant trades people.
- Co-operate with colleagues, Supervisors and Management
- Identify any relevant training needs to the Operations /Site Manager
- Complete paperwork on tasks complete and a weekly timesheet
- To ensure the safe operation of all plant, equipment and tools.
- To operate always with safe working practices with due regard to Health and Safety Regulations, COSHH, Control of Infection, Waste Disposal etc in accordance with legislative requirements and policies and procedures of Robertson Construction.
- To report all accidents and incidents as appropriate.
- To provide support and assistance to other Robertson personnel on site in the delivery of contracted services
- To maintain an awareness of Robertson policies, procedures and objectives related to the successful delivery of the maintenance service.
Who we're looking for:
As an Apprentice we understand this may be one of your first roles so we’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in Joinery, some level of experience would be great but if you can demonstrate the ability to work on your own initiative and demonstrate a methodical approach with excellent written and verbal communications skills this could be the role for you.You’ll also need to demonstrate your dedication and ambition to develop with the role which we can support you.
What's in it for me:
Our Principles - The Robertson Way
Our principles are our roadmap to achieving positive outcomes and delivering on our purpose. They influence daily decisions around what we do and how we do things, creating an environment of growth, innovation and high performance.
We listen
Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.
We are professional
Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.
We take responsibility
Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.
We are determined to succeed
Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.
We are one team
We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.
For more information on our principles and culture, please visit: https://www.robertson.co.uk/careers/culture
Benefits of working with Robertson:
In return, we offer a wide range of rewards and employee benefits such as:
- 30 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time or FTC positions, increases with length of service)
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounts (gym memberships, restaurants, days out etc.) with Hapi Rewards App
- Annual Flu Vaccine
- Access to E-Learning
- Health & Wellbeing Support
- Life Management & Financial Support
Diversity & Inclusion:
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. That’s why we’re working hard to create an environment where everyone can feel welcome, and where we can all be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all races, ages, genders, religions, sexual orientations and more - so whoever you are, we hope you’ll see things our way, too.
Apply now
If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you. To apply for this role and to start seeing things our way, submit your CV.
Closing Date: 3rd March 2025
Interviews to take place in April 2025
This role will be subject to pre-employment screening, including references. The level of screening may vary depending on role responsibilities and will be discussed at interview.