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Johnson Controls

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Cork

AI generated summary

  • You must have 5 GCSEs/D grades, a full driving licence, pass the Ishihara Colour Vision Test, and possess strong communication, IT, and organizational skills.
  • You will install pipework for fire sprinkler systems, conduct maintenance on fire pumps, and receive on-the-job training in fabrication, threading, and grooving alongside experienced engineers.

Requirements

  • Applicants must have a minimum of grade D in 5 subjects in the Junior Cycle or Leaving Cert exam including Maths and English.
  • Full Driving Licence is essential.
  • Colour Vision Test- A person entering employment as an apprentice must pass the "Ishihara" Colour Vision Test 24 Plate Edition. The results of the applicant's colour vision test must be accompanied with the appropriate SOLAS Colour Vision Application Form and a signed passport photograph of the applicant.
  • Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
  • Effective communication skills
  • Proficiency in IT
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Purpose-driven mindset
  • Customer-centric approach
  • Future-focused thinking
  • This thrilling opportunity is field-based, meaning that you will work alongside our highly skilled engineers, traveling between our clients’ sites each day. Our work may also require heavy lifting and working from heights.

Responsibilities

  • An apprenticeship with us will see you building new skills, while applying your knowledge to real-world live projects.
  • You will work closely with out experienced engineers at our clients’ sites. The majority of our sites are in the Cork area, but further travel may be required.
  • You will learn how to install pipework for Fire Sprinkler systems in Industrial buildings.
  • Installation of plant items such as Fire pumps, Valve, pumphouse piping etc.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance of plant items such as Fire pumps, Sprinkler alarm valves.
  • Trained in the installation and repair of Carbon steel, Ductile Iron and PVC pipework.
  • Develop skills in installation of mechanical equipment.
  • You will be trained in the fabrication of pipework, threading, and grooving.
  • On-the-job training will be provided working closely with our experienced Fire & Security engineers, many of these engineers have also been through our apprenticeship scheme so they are the perfect mentors to guide you through the apprenticeship.

FAQs

What is the duration of the apprenticeship program?

The apprenticeship program is a 4-year program consisting of 7 phases, which includes 4 on-the-job training phases and 3 off-the-job training phases.

Where will I be working during my apprenticeship?

You will be based in Cork, working mainly in the Southern Counties of Ireland, with potential travel required to other sites.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

Applicants must have a minimum of grade D in 5 subjects in the Junior Cycle or Leaving Cert exam, including Maths and English, along with a full driving licence.

Is a colour vision test mandatory?

Yes, an applicant must pass the "Ishihara" Colour Vision Test 24 Plate Edition and submit the results with the appropriate SOLAS Colour Vision Application Form.

What skills are required for the Apprentice Pipe Fitter position?

Required skills include effective communication, proficiency in IT, strong organisational skills, team collaboration, a purpose-driven mindset, a customer-centric approach, and future-focused thinking.

What kind of training will I receive during the apprenticeship?

You will receive on-the-job guidance from experienced mentors, as well as on-the-job training in the installation and maintenance of pipework and mechanical equipment.

Is there room for advancement after completing the apprenticeship?

Yes, upon completion of the apprenticeship, there are many internal opportunities within the company, and previous apprentices have progressed to lead engineer positions with their own teams and projects.

What is the salary for this apprenticeship?

The starting salary for the apprenticeship is €14,255.28, with additional earning potential through overtime and travel time pay.

How will I be contacted after applying?

Suitable candidates will be contacted via email to provide their evidence of required certifications, followed by a screening call with a recruiter and an invitation to an assessment centre.

When is the expected start date for this apprenticeship?

Successful candidates can expect to begin the apprenticeship with Johnson Controls in late summer of 2025.

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Johnson Controls

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Industry
10,001+
Employees
1885
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Mission & Purpose

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. With a history of more than 135 years of innovation, Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology, software as well as service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry.