- Employer:
- Ap Prentis Cyf
- Location:
- Gwyn Thomas & Co, 1 Thomas Buildings, New Street, LL53 5HH, United Kingdom.
- Pay:
- National minimum wage
- Hours of work:
- 31-40 hours per week
- Training provider:
- Grŵp Llandrillo Menai
- Level:
- Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 2)
- Sector:
- Construction and Building Services
- Pathway:
- Construction Building
- Possible start date:
- 01 September 2026
- Closing date:
- 30 August 2026
- Positions available:
- 1
- Vacancy ID:
- 7103
About the apprenticeship
Duties
1.1. The main purpose of this role is to provide practical, work based experience through structured placements with external building contractors, enabling apprentices to develop traditional building skills and complete their apprenticeship qualification. The Authority’s role is to support and coordinate the programme rather than provide work placements directly.
1.2. Ultimately, these roles aim to strengthen the availability of traditional skills among contractors in the north west of Wales.
1.3. To assist the Eryri National Park Authority’s Cultural Heritage Service in delivering its objectives and Cultural Heritage Strategy.
1.4. To foster and maintain good relationships between residents, land managers, visitors, the construction sector, and conservation and cultural interests.
2. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
2.1. Complete the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Building Maintenance Operations through Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, attending college one day a week throughout the apprenticeship.
• Spend time working with at least three different contractors. These placements may include (but are not limited to) Llanberis, Llanrwst, and the Porthmadog area.
• Ensure excellent customer care principles are applied to all aspects of service delivery within the role.
• Encourage and motivate volunteers.
• Promote adherence to the Countryside Code and local codes of conduct.
• Present and promote the organisation’s values and characteristics.
• Take due care for your own Health and Safety
Additional information
Essential
GCSE English and Mathematics (Grade G or above)
Awareness of National Park purposes
Good level of physical fitness
Good communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to learn and self-motivated
Ability to communicate in Welsh and English (or willingness to improve Welsh)
Full driving licence with access to a vehicle
Willingness to work outdoors in all weather
Requirements
Skills
Desirable
Awareness of Eryri National Park's built environment
Level 2 qualification in Construction and Building Engineering Services
IT skills (Microsoft Office)
Knowledge of the local area and its communities
Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English
Language
- Welsh Spoken Skills:
- Yes
- Welsh Written Skills:
- Yes
Course details
- Training provider:
- Grŵp Llandrillo Menai
- Training provider course:
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Building Maintenance Operations
About the employer
Gwyn Thomas & Co, 1 Thomas Buildings, New Street, LL53 5HH, United Kingdom
Disability confident
No, we are not part of the Disability Confident Scheme from the UK Department for Work and Pensions.
Please note that all apprenticeships are open to everyone. However, some organisations have worked to achieve Disability Confident accreditation. You should always apply for the apprenticeship you feel best suited to.
Interview arrangements
Initial pre screen followed by face to face interview
How to apply
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