About Us
Orona is a leading European business group in sustainable vertical transportation. As a global operator with almost 60 years' experience, it delivers value for customers through its platform of products and services covering the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance, modernization, refurbishment and replacement of lifts and escalators in all market segments.
Our cooperative business model is committed to people. Its team is composed of 5,700 employees, operating in 12 European countries, supplying complete lifts, escalators, and components to more than 100 countries throughout the world.
Orona in Ireland provides a national installation and service coverage from its regional offices. Nearly 140 full-time employees make up the Irish team, providing a wealth of skill, knowledge, and local market experience.
Mission
We provide mobility solutions such as lifts, escalators, and moving ramps and walkways. Operating in over 100 countries, we have 300,000 lifts worldwide using our technology.
The Role
We are looking for Apprentice Lift Engineers to join our Repairs and Install team in Limerick. As an Apprentice Lift Engineer, you will work with experienced Lift Engineers to learn and understand the company and requirements to become a qualified Lift Engineer.
Responsibilities
* Complete a 4-year Electrical apprenticeship, supported through a structured in-house development programme in conjunction with SOLAS.
* Undertake a range of tasks suited to the current level of training and development in the lift industry.
* Attend SOLAS and complete coursework on time and to a high standard.
* Assist and liaise with Managers/Supervisors on relevant work activities.
* Understand and apply the electrical principles associated with lift installation and lift maintenance on all electrical equipment and systems.
* Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety practices in current legislation.
Requirements
* Be qualified to Leaving Certificate or equivalent standard - This must include five passes in the Leaving Certificate (Maths and English must be two of these).
* Submit an Ishihara colour vision test – it must be on the SOLAS form.
What We Offer
- We strive to be a great place to work.
- Apprentice salaries and allowances apply.
- A wide range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals.
- Canteen.
- Free parking.
- Employee Assistant Programme.