Job Description

Career Area: Operations

Compensation Grade: 4A

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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you\'re joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don\'t just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title: Paint Apprentice

Location: Larne

Salary: Starting at \xc2\xa316,937 per annum

Who is Caterpillar?

Caterpillar Inc. is the world\'s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. The company has two sites in Northern Ireland. The facility located in Larne is home to the Electric Power business where the team designs and manufactures Cat\xc2\xae Power Solutions for key business sectors including data centres, construction, mining, healthcare, utility and other industries.

Apprenticeship Opportunity:

As a Paint Apprentice at Caterpillar, you will undertake a Modern Apprenticeship Programme lasting between 3 and 5 years. You will gain practical experience and achieve academic qualifications. In this entry level position, you will have the opportunity to work with and contribute towards a co-operative manufacturing team and will develop your communication and interpersonal skills as well as use your initiative. You will be required to interact with hourly and salaried employees at your facility and will receive guidance from your Team Leader. Many opportunities will be available for Paint Apprentices who are keen to progress to production and engineering orientated positions.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Learn to prepare, paint and inspect components and container units, operate gravity fed spray guns and other painting or coating equipment.

Attend academic and training facilities when required and complete all assessments within agreed timescales.

Complete all internal on and off the job training to fulfil training matrices and the requirements of the role.

Fulfil required competencies and complete apprentice logbook.

Compliance with safety and quality standards.

Compliance with 5S programme and other business improvement initiatives.

Display behaviour and conduct fitting with our Values in Action.

Train other employees if and when required.

Any other appropriate duties.

Why Caterpillar?

Competitive salary including annual bonus if triggered

37.5 hours/week - typically Mon-Thurs although a variety of shift patterns exist

Working week includes paid day release at Northern Regional College

Nationally recognised NVQ2 and ICORR qualification on completion with the opportunity to develop further to HNC/D or degree level

Other benefits include: 33 days holiday, free onsite parking, onsite canteen, contributory pension and share schemes, employee benefits scheme, employee assistance scheme

Who are we looking for?

Minimum requirements (Selected applicants will be invited to attend an assessment centre).

Should have a minimum of 4 GCSE\'s including Mathematics, English and Science or Engineering, Grade C or above or equivalent. NB: Applicants may apply with predicted grades.

If successful at assessment stage, the job offer will be conditional on achieving the required grades before September 2023.

Must be willing to undertake internal and external job and academic training to achieve required qualifications. i.e. NVQ 2 & 3 and technical certificates.

Physical ability to fulfil the requirements of the job.

Desired Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a production environment.

Recruitment Timeline

Go Live: January 8, 2024

Closing Date: February 29, 2024

Interview Date (in-person): Between April 23 and 25, 2024

Employment Start Date: September, 2024

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your skills and experience on your application relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Recruitment Process

Stage one - Online Application: The first stage of the process is to complete the online application; this must be done before the closing date of the role that you\'re applying for. Once we reach the close date, we will begin reviewing all our applications, this may take a little while and we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know if you have been successful in moving forward to the next stage.

Stage two - Assessment Centre: The half day assessment centre (i.e. interview) will look at a range of behaviours such as teamwork, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving. Each will consist of a group exercise, an interview and a presentation. Details will vary depending on the career area/role you are applying for. We aim to make these days fun, inclusive and as relaxed as possible.

Stage three - Offer: After the assessment centre, the Caterpillar team will review the feedback and extend offers to our chosen candidates, we aim to do this as quickly as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application to join Caterpillar. If you have a question, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the team on

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

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