Building Apprentice

Building Apprentice

Job Type:

Contract

Job Sector:

Other

Region:

South East

Location:

Romford

Salary:

£9.14 to £9.14 per hour

Salary Description:

£9.14 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits

Posted:

24/04/2026

Recruiter:

Sodexo

Job Ref:

SDX/TP/2245345/156721

JYou'll be trained by experienced engineers and supervisors, developing skills in electrical, plumbing, plant, safety systems, and general building maintenance. The role also includes specialist training in fire door maintenance, a key focus of the apprenticeship."The role will also concentrate on the principles of fire door maintenance working closely with the Sodexo Lead person for fire for site."What You'll Be DoingSupporting day‑to‑day building maintenance across the hospital estateLearning to carry out both planned and reactive maintenance tasksAssisting with fault diagnosis, repairs, and testing of plant and equipment"The work activities… involve assistance with fault diagnosis & fault rectification, repair and maintain systems components and equipment across the hospital."Maintaining and preparing work areas, reinstating them after tasksCompleting apprenticeship coursework, portfolios, and assessmentsUsing Sodexo's CAFM system to process and monitor maintenance tasksAttending college one day per weekWorking professionally with patients, staff, and visitorsWhat We're Looking ForEssentialGood verbal, numeracy, and interpersonal skills"Good verbal, numerate and interpersonal skills."GCSEMaths & English at Grade 4 or aboveWillingness to attend specialist training (including fire door training)Ability to work as part of a team and independentlyStrong attention to detail and ability to priorities tasksCommitment to health & safety best practiceDesirableAwareness of health & safety legislationHours & Training40 hours per week, typically 08:00-17:00, with flexibility to meet service needsOne day per week at college as part of the apprenticeshipOccasional additional cover may be required"Provide additional cover at short noticAbout SodexoAt Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all.

As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

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We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

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