Installation Engineer Apprentice

  • Company: HITACHI CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY UK LIMITED
  • Location: NE31 2JZ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £24,778.57 per year
  • Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
  • Ref: NAS-2000019694
  • Application Deadline Date: 29/03/2026
  • Start Date: 03/08/2026
  • Positions Available: 3
  • Working Week: Monday – Thursday between 07:00 – 16:30. Friday 07:00 – 12:15.

Brief Description

The role will involve the installation, configuration and maintenance of Hitachi
machinery and equipment. Your hands-on involvement will play a vital role in maintaining a consistent level of
customer satisfaction, ensuring that each installation meets our stringent quality benchmarks and exceeds customer
expectations.

Future Prospects

Potential to move to Higher Apprenticeship/Training.

Vacancy Detail

Equipment Installation:


• Prepare and install specialist approved equipment in accordance with customer requirements and installation guidelines.


• Perform the assembly of large excavators, adhering to precise instructions and procedures.


Maintenance and Repair:


• Efficiently perform fault finding and diagnostics/ repairs, resolving issues to ensure equipment reliability.


• Conducting basic remedial repair painting tasks, restoring equipment surfaces and protecting against damage.


• Inspection of completed machines thoroughly for quality assurance before final inspection.


Documentation and Reporting:


• Maintain detailed documentation of installation activities, including equipment specifications, installation procedures, and commissioning reports.


• Working to technical drawings and schematics.


• Checking off parts in accordance with work orders.


Safety and Compliance:


• Working to OEM standards.


• Adhere to safety protocols, regulations, and industry standards to ensure a safe working environment.


• Maintain general housekeeping standards, keeping the workspace clean and organised for optimal efficiency.


General Responsibilities:


• The Company is committed to achieving a high standard of Health and Safety in all its activities and the postholder will be expected to contribute to maintaining standards to ensure compliance with all appropriate legislation.


• Take responsibility for managing own performance and to participate in any identified training or development opportunities.


• To recognise the importance of fairness and equality in the workplace, to treat everyone with dignity and respect.


• Comply with Company Codes of Conduct, policies and procedures at all times.

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