Apprentices at Quinn Downes Group
At Quinn Downes we offer Apprenticeships in Plumbing, Pipefitting and Refrigeration & Air Conditioning.
We pride ourselves in offering each Apprentice every available opportunity to get the most from their time here. We recognise that the Apprentices of today are the future leaders of tomorrow here in Quinn Downes, with many of our leadership team and Directors having started as Apprentices themselves, they are paving the way for the next generation.
Apprentices at Quinn Downes will be supported every step of the way and rewarded for their successes through our Apprentice Development Programme. We recognise and appreciate all of the hard work and efforts our Apprentices put in each day.
During the on the job training portion of your Apprenticeship you will be working alongside highly skilled professionals who will be able to teach you the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the role.
The end of your Apprenticeship is just the beginning of your career. On completion of your Apprenticeship as a newly qualified tradesperson there are so many opportunities available to you. At Quinn Downes we encourage and support any further development of staff, with this many of our Apprentices have quickly gone on to become experienced HVAC Engineers, Chargehands, Site Managers, Key Account Managers, Project Managers and more.
What’s involved in an Apprenticeship?
Throughout your Apprenticeship there are 7 phases alternating between on the job training (with Quinn Downes) and off the job training (in college), the average time to complete an Apprenticeship is 4.5 years, phases as follows:
Phase 1
On the job with Quinn Downes (Minimum 3 months)
Phase 2
Off the job in a training facility (Generally 6 months)
Phase 3
On the job with Quinn Downes (Minimum 6 months)
Phase 4
Off the job in a training facility (Generally 3 months)
Phase 5
On the job with Quinn Downes (Minimum 6 months)
Phase 6
Off the job in a training facility (Generally 3 months)
Phase 7
On the job with Quinn Downes (Minimum 3 months)
What we look for in Apprentices
Excellent Time and Attendance
Enthusiastic
Communication Skills
Reliable
Team Player
Interest in their chosen trade
Willingness to Learn
Passionate
Essential Qualifications
SAFE PASS
MANUAL HANDLING
LEAVING CERT
What you get in return
Opportunity to ‘earn as you learn’
Saving scheme for tools and college fees
Training from experienced professionals
Apprentice Development Programme
QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate qualification
Staff social events
More Information
For more information on Apprenticeships at Quinn Downes or to apply, get in touch today by email or phone and someone in our HR Department will help you.
Email Us
hr@quinndownes.com
Phone Us
01 424 3300
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