Project Management Degree Apprentice

Date Posted:
2024-12-05
Country:
United Kingdom
Location:
Goodrich Actuation Systems Limited, Stafford Road, Wolverhampton, WV10 7EH
Position Role Type:
UnspecifiedJob Title: Project Management Degree Apprentice (Level 6)Time Commitment: 37 hours per weekSalary: £20,000 per annumLocation: WolverhamptonContract Length: Initial 4 year fixed term contractStart Date: August 2025Are you looking to kick-start your career with a flying start within the Aerospace industry? Then consider joining us here at Collins Aerospace where you can learn more about the industry whilst finishing your degree.Check out our YouTube channel to find out more:https://www.youtube.com/c/CollinsAerospace/featuredWhat does taking part in the Collins Aerospace Project Management Apprentice Programme involve?Aimed at highly motivated and ambitious individuals, eager to be a part of a world leader within the aerospace and defence industry. This scheme is geared towards supporting the career development of apprentices who wish to play an instrumental role in project management of the next generation of civil and military aircraft.The role is based at Wolverhampton, and home of Actuation Systems at Collins Aerospace. Actuation Systems are the leading experts in fly-by-wire, hydraulic and electro-hydraulic actuation design, Collins Aerospace offers a complete line of actuation products that enhance aircraft performance and reduce pilot workload.We are looking to recruit a small number of high calibre degree apprentices who can support Actuation Systems with the effective planning and execution of Project Management right across the lifecycle. We believe in the power of intelligence and partnership to guide us into the next era of flight making the skies and spaces we touch smarter and safer than ever.Why Choose Collins Aerospace for Project Management?The scheme will provide you with opportunities to progress your career in Project/Program Management. You will be part of our Project Management Community and be assigned a Mentor, who will support and guide you throughout your career with us. All of this is designed to complement your career development, fuel your aspirations, and give depth to your training and career.A Project Manager (PM) within the Collins business leads from the front, living and driving our core values of Engaged, Empowered and Accountable - always.The PM is accountable for all aspects of project performance ensuring that the needs of the business and our diverse customer base are met across key facets such as Schedule, Cost, Quality & Scope to name but a few.A successful Collins PM is highly emotionally intelligent, an expert communicator and can solve the toughest of challenges all while placing the customer at the centre of everything they do.Our PM community is a diverse group of self-starters with a passion to succeed, do you have what it takes to join them?Development and training to build your careerWe recognise that your development is key for you to fulfil your potential in the world of work. That's why we've created a programme that will support your learning to deliver real business value.The degree apprenticeship programme lasts for a period of 4 years and is a partnership between Collins Aerospace and Aston University. You will learn key project management principles at Aston University which will be vital to your development at Collins Aerospace such as:

• Principles of Project Management

• Leadership and Change Management

• Operations Management

• Strategic Management

By the end of the programme, having completed your rotations and degree apprenticeship, you will be awarded a BSc in Project Management.Along side this you will also have the opportunity to become professionally accredited through the Association of Project Management (APM) as well as other internal and external training courses.What are we looking for?We are looking for the best individuals who have the following attributes:

• Minimum of 3 A Levels at CCC or above, or equivalent BTECs

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's at Grade C/4 or above including Mathematics and English

• Be a UK resident living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years

• Good analytical skills and problem solving

• Good personal management and self-organisation skills

• Effective communicator - written and verbal

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Private Healthcare and Dental Cover

• Competitive pension scheme

• 185 hours holiday per annum (not including Bank Holidays)

Equal OpportunitiesCollins Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at Collins Aerospace including females, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.Application Process Your application will go through a variety of selection methods and is likely to conclude at an assessment centre. Please note that as we find suitable candidates to fill our opportunities, we will no longer accept applications for that opportunity so suggest you apply as early as possible to have the best chance of success.Apprenticeship will start with the business in August 2025.You must be eligible to work in the UK and there may be a requirement for you to work on military related projects for which there will be a requirement for security vetting.RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Privacy Policy and Terms:

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