Level 2 Apprenticeship NI in Construction Plant Maintenance

This 2 year course will equip you with the skills needed to become a construction plant mechanic involved in the service and maintenance of equipment used on construction sites.

Course Code: P10121
Campus: Lisburn
Study Type: Full-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Motor Vehicle

Available Sessions

We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn.

Why Study This Course

Specialized Skills: The apprenticeship provides hands-on training in maintaining and repairing construction machinery, such as cranes, bulldozers, and diggers. These specialized skills are in high demand in the construction and heavy machinery industries.

Industry-Relevant Training: You’ll learn directly from professionals in the field, ensuring that the training aligns with the current needs and standards of the construction industry.

Job Opportunities: There’s a growing need for skilled workers in plant maintenance. Completing this apprenticeship opens up a wide range of career opportunities in construction, machinery repair, and plant operations.

Earn While You Learn: As an apprentice, you can gain valuable work experience while earning a salary. This practical, on-the-job training can help you build a strong resume without accumulating student debt.

Job Security: Skilled plant maintenance workers are essential for keeping construction projects running smoothly, making this an occupation with strong job security and growth potential.

Hands-On Experience: The apprenticeship emphasizes practical skills, giving you real-world experience working with machinery and tools used in the construction sector. This helps build confidence and competence in the field.

Getting hands on experience in the excellent college workshops.

Overall, a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Construction Plant Maintenance is a solid pathway into a rewarding, in-demand career with plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement.

Course Overview

This is a 2 year programme.  You will need an employer before you enrol as you will attend work for 4 days each week, and college for 1 day each week. 

The mode of delivery for this programme is a mixture of practical and theory.  You will receive the majority of the hands-on training while in employment whereas college will focus on the theory side more.

 

You will need:

  • an employer AND
  • 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including at least Grade F in English and Maths. However to help you succeed on the course it is preferable if you have a minimum of Grade D in Maths and English

YEAR 1
  • Health and Safety
  • Conform to productive work practices
  • Move Handle or store resources
  • Operate Plant or Machinery for Non-operational maintenance activities
  • Inspect Plant or machinery for operational serviceability
  • Produce One-off components by bench fitting techniques
  • Thermal Cutting and Joining materials

YEAR 2

  • Service Plant or Machinery
  • Remove and replace plant or machinery components
  • Dismantle and assemble plant or machinery components
  • Undertake functional diagnostics of faults in plant or machinery
  • Install plant or machinery
  • Carry out specific tests on plant or machinery
  • Configure and Hand over plant or machinery

Successful completion of this programme will enable you to progress to employment or the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Construction Plant Maintenance.

Available Sessions

We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Lisburn.

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Available Sessions

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Level 2 Apprenticeship NI in Construction Plant Maintenance
Y10121LF1A-25/26-FT
Lisburn
01/09/2025
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Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

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