Starting Salary £17.5k per annum and attractive benefits package.

Earnings rise progressively throughout the apprenticeship subject to performance.

An innovative rail company and responsible infrastructure manager, Eurotunnel is part of the Getlink group and is a leading stakeholder in the economies around Kent and Calais, contributing to the dynamism of the regions surrounding its operations. As a responsible employer, the Getlink Group is committed to providing a working environment that fosters personal development and fulfilment to attract and retain skilled and motivated colleagues.

Eurotunnel manages, maintains, and operates the Channel Tunnel Fixed Link Concession between Folkestone and Coquelles, France. Opened on 6 May 1994, the Fixed Link is a rolling motorway which transports passenger and commercial freight vehicles on board Shuttles across the Channel at 140kph, in 35 minutes. It also allows the running of third-party passenger and railfreight trains. The advantages of the Channel Tunnel are security, reliability, speed, frequency, and respect for the environment.

Eurotunnel is launching three new apprenticeship programmes which will offer a unique opportunity for anyone looking for a career in the transport industry. As one of the most recognised engineering achievements of the modern world Eurotunnel offers a distinctive training environment.

Undertakes training to become a customer service team member working within the Operations Division. Delivering excellent customer service to passengers throughout their Eurotunnel journey, from the point of arrival at Check-In to the point of departure on the Shuttle.

Qualifications

• Individuals will need to express their talent for the required subjects and most of all their commitment and enthusiasm to learn. They must be able to demonstrate the minimum required qualifications for each of the roles.
•This role requires successful candidates to have A Levels or GCSE’s at grade C or above in Math’s and English as a minimum.
• A valid UK passport is required
•This role is only open to individuals aged 18 years and over at the time of taking up the appointment.
•A full UK driving licence is essential for the UK Customer Service role, which will need to be held at appointment.

In return for your contribution, you can look forward to:

• A nationally recognised qualification
• A competitive salary while you learn
• Attractive benefits package

We are committed to equal opportunities and supporting the health & well-being of our teams.




For more information about the role please contact apprenticeships@eastkent.ac.uk

The application closing date is Friday 24th June 2022.

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