BRITISH AIRWAYS CURRENT VACANCIES, THURSDAY 3, MAY 2012

ENGINEERING BUSINESS AND ADMINISTRATION APPRENTICESHIP

REF: KLHR1604
REGION: UK - Heathrow
LOCATION: London - Heathrow
CATEGORY: Technical & Operations
CLOSING DATE: 31st of May 2012
An exciting and challenging opportunity to join the new Engineering Business and Administration Apprenticeship. The role will develop your understanding and delivery of the administration and support functions within Engineering at British Airways, assisting in providing a world-class engineering operation.



Strong teamworking, communication, prioritisation and PC skills are essential. You will also need to be able to write and present reports to a wide variety of people and groups.

The Business and Administration apprenticeship programme is undertaken in conjunction with Farnborough College who will be providing the Academic support and validation of the programme which will allow successful applicants to gain a Level 2 NVQ in Business and Administration and a BTEC Diploma in Business Administration.

This vacancy is London Heathrow based, you will therefore need to live or relocate within a commuting distance of Heathrow. Unfortunately we do not hold lists of recommended rental properties local to Heathrow.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Responsible for understanding all aspects of the engineering business administration functions within 5 key areas of engineering including production, warehousing, logistics and training as well as other support areas.
Carry out computer and documentary transactions as required representing specific area interests at meetings. Successful completion of NVQ Level 2 and BTEC Diploma in Business Administration.
Successful completion of Functional Skills modules in mathematics and communication. Other activities may include; developing / maintaining technical procedures, providing cover for colleagues as required, producing reports liaising with external organisations
During the role there will be a requirement for an involvement in specific tasks and projects to assist in both the completion of the NVQ but also to support the business.
Specific coaching will be provided throughout the programme to ensure both understanding and competence.
There will also be a requirement to manage and deliver non-engineering projects to develop skills in team building, communications, budgeting and prioritisation.

REQUIREMENTS
The principal role of the Engineering business administration apprentice is to gain a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the support functions within British Airways engineering.
The interaction of support functions across the department assist in maintaining compliance with regulatory legislation, ensuring that the maintenance requirements applicable to British Airways’ fleet of aircraft are correctly established and maintained in the company’s computer based airworthiness control system (SAP).
In addition, the role requires extensive interface with other departments within British Airways Engineering and with various external organisations.
You will need to be prepared on occasions to work a shift between the hours of 0630 to 22.30

THE INDIVIDUAL
Essential Capabilities
What skills will you be required to bring to the role (Practised capability/behaviour)
Can you demonstrate organisation and planning skills?
Can you manage and resolve problems?
Are you able to prioritise to meet deadlines?
Do you work effectively in a team?
Can you communicate effectively?

WHAT ARE THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED (Academic/vocational)
Do you have or are you expected to gain 4 GCSE’s at grade A* to C (or equivalent) including English and Maths by September 2012?
What experiences have you had to support your application (preferred).
Have you undertaken work experience in a business / administration environment?
Language, Mathematics and a science?

What expertise should you possess (Specialist knowledge)
Are you PC literate?
Can you comprehend technical data?
Do you have experience of effective report writing?

APPLICATION PROCESS
All applicants will be asked to submit their CV and answer the application question: Please prepare your answer in advance.
Why are you interested in becoming an Engineering business administration apprentice and what skills and qualities would you offer to British Airways? (Max 250 words)

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