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Data Engineer Apprentice

University of York
North Yorkshire
6 days ago
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Directorate of Technology, Estates & Facilities

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your existing knowledge and skills in this fixed-term training role, based within our Estates Asset Management Team. Confirmation of your appointment will be dependent on your successful registration with our preferred training provider to undertake a Level 5 Data Engineer programme which follows the Level 5 Data Engineer apprenticeships standard.

This role is a key development role which will critique, enhance and future proof data analysis processing and engineering across the requirements of a large leading University Estate. Through receipt of suitable guidance, the role holder will act as a data specialist and effectively develop, manage and provide Estates data and information through the use of appropriate systems to meet the needs of the organisation. Previous experience/knowledge of IT systems is desirable for this post.

On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you will be awarded a Level 5 Data Engineer competence. In this role, invaluable skills and experience will be gained and the postholder will be supported by professional asset management colleagues who will provide regular reviews and assist with the continuing professional development record. The Estates Asset Management Team will ensure maximum benefit is achieved from this training opportunity.

In addition to this support, the postholder will benefit from receipt of training from the University’s central award-winning Learning and Development Team.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed
  • Candidates must satisfy the apprenticeship eligibility criteria.
  • Level 3 qualification (qualifications at this level include A levels or equivalent non-UK qualifications) or equivalent professional experience.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English both written and orally.
  • Taking responsibility for delivering defined work initiatives and Identifying/implementing continuous improvement
  • Gather, analyse, interpret and report data/information and effectively use digital technologies relevant to the role.
  • Works collaboratively with others, delivers quality service and develops self and others.
  • Actively champions respect, inclusivity, equality and diversity.

Interview date: To be confirmed

Further information is provided in the Job Description. Informal enquiries can be made to our Asset Manager (Technical Engineer) at


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