Norbord Inverness

Modern Apprenticeship

Programme

SVQ3

About Us

Norbord Europe, part of Norbord Incorporated, is a world-leading manufacturer of wood-based panel

products, specialising in OSB (Oriented Strand Board), MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) and

Particleboard.

Norbord Inc. has its head-quarters in Toronto, Canada, and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange &

the New York Stock Exchange. In 2015 we successfully merged with Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd.,

increasing the number of plant locations to 17, across the USA, Canada and Europe, with

approximately 2600 employees worldwide. Norbord are proud to be the world-leading manufacturer in

OSB.

We pursue excellence in all areas of our business, achieved through a strategic focus on human

resources and commonly held values – Trust, Excellence and Customers. This philosophy has to be

adopted by each of our employees.

Norbord are strongly committed to the safety of our employees, contractors, customers and visitors

and strive to comply with environmental, quality and construction standards. We are dedicated to

developing our products, using the most sustainable materials to minimise costs whilst maintaining

the quality of our product.

Find out more about us at www.norbord.co.uk

Norbord Inverness

Our Norbord Inverness plant was established in 1985 with one

production line and a second line being built in 1994. We were

the first of our Norbord mills to produce OSB. Since this time

our dedicated workforce has continued to develop and deliver

a prestige product and service. In 2016 Norbord Inverness

were granted a £100 million reinvestment project from the

parent Company, Norbord Inc. This project has allowed us to

invest in a „Continuous Line Press‟, which will more than

double our current capacity of production to approximately

650,000 – 850,000 m3 in the first two years.

Apprenticeship Opportunities

We recognise that our future success depends upon the quality and talent of our employees.

Our Apprenticeship Programme aims to strengthen our manufacturing operations by recruiting

engineering apprenticeships. Attracting, developing and retaining these resources are a key priority

for us.

The Norbord Europe Apprenticeship Programme allows students the opportunity to gain hands on

experience with a world-leading, international manufacturing company. The experience gained will be

of great value to your future careers.

Programme Outline

The Maintenance Apprenticeship is a four year programme consisting of a combination of theoretical

learning and practical „hands on‟ experience. Throughout the programme students will work closely

with the college to build a comprehensive portfolio and will be monitored through continuous

assessment.

To be successful for the Norbord Apprenticeship Programme applicants will hold Scottish National 4

Grades in English, Maths and a Science. Students will be high energy problem solvers who are

resilient and detail oriented. The successful candidates will be safety driven and flexible in order to

meet the specific demands of the role.

Upon completion of the programme students will have the opportunity to apply for available

permanent positions within the company.

Mechanical Apprenticeship Timeline

Year 1

Apprentices will spend 17 weeks at college on a full-time block release programme. When the

apprentice is not scheduled to attend college then time will be spent on site being introduced to

working in an industrial environment.

SVQ3

Norbord Inverness collaborates with Inverness College to assess and award SVQ 3 qualification to

apprentices. Mechanical apprentices must complete the four mandatory assessment routes below

plus a further two mandatory assessment routes from Group A and two optional assessment routes

from Group B (a total of eight units).

Assessment Route Title Level Credit Value Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements 5 5

Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation 5 5

Working efficiently and effectively in engineering 5 5

Handing over and confirming completion of maintenance activities 6 39

Group A The following two mandatory assessment routes must be completed

Assessment Route Title Level Credit Value Carrying out fault diagnosis on mechanical equipment 6 58

Producing components using hand fitting techniques 6 56

Group B Two optional assessment routes must be completed

Assessment Route Title Level Credit Value Restoring mechanical components to usable condition by repair 6 49

Producing replacement components for maintenance activities 6 48

Carrying out preventative planned maintenance on mechanical equipment 6 51

Carrying out condition monitoring of plant and equipment 6 37

Assisting in the installation of mechanical equipment 6 45

Applying total productive maintenance 6 25

Year 2

Apprentices are based within the workplace for 4 days a week, with 1 day release to attend college, studying

towards a HNC level or higher (dependant on previous achievements). Following the introduction in the first year,

the apprentice will work alongside experienced mechanical fitters on site and will be assigned to one particular

area where they will work alongside the experienced mechanical team carrying out maintenance tasks. The

apprentices will learn skills specific to those areas as well as skill that transfer to any mechanical application.

Year 3

Apprentices continue with the pattern, based within the workplace for 4 days a week, with 1 day release to

attend college, studying towards a HNC level or higher (dependant on previous achievements). The apprentice

will move to another area of the mill working a different experienced mechanical team carrying out maintenance

tasks and learning the specific processes.

Year 4

Before the final year, the mechanical apprentice will have gain knowledge and understanding of Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems, fabrication and repairs, have worked on rotating equipment such as pumps and conveyor belts

The mechanical apprentice will be expected to carry out the tasks of a mechanical fitter on an individual basis and will join a shift crew to experience breakdowns and develop fault finding skills. Also within the 4

th Year the

Mechanical apprentice will collaborate with the reliability team and gain knowledge and understanding of lubrication routines and condition monitoring using vibration analysis and thermography techniques.

Electrical Apprenticeship Timeline

Year 1

Apprentices will spend 17 weeks at college on a full-time block release programme. When the

apprentice is not scheduled to attend college then time will be spent on site being introduced to

working in an industrial environment.

SVQ3

Norbord Inverness collaborates with Inverness College to assess and award SVQ 3 qualification to

apprentices. Mechanical apprentices must complete the four mandatory assessment routes below

plus a further two mandatory assessment routes from Group A and two optional assessment routes

from Group B (a total of eight units).Mandatory: All four mandatory assessment routes

Assessment Route Title Level Credit Value Complying with statutory regulations and organisational safety requirements 5 5

Using and interpreting engineering data and documentation 5 5

Working efficiently and effectively in engineering 5 5

Handing over and confirming completion of maintenance activities 6 39

Group A The following two mandatory assessment routes must be completed

Assessment Route Title Level Credit Value Carrying out fault diagnosis on electrical equipment and circuits 6 58

Maintaining electrical equipment 6 56

Modifying or rewiring electrical circuits 6 58

Group B Two optional assessment routes must be completed

Assessment Route Title Level Credit Value Testing electrical equipment and circuits 6 38

Carrying out preventative planned maintenance on electrical equipment 6 51

Carrying out condition monitoring of plant and equipment 6 37

Assisting in the installation of electrical/electronic equipment 6 45

Applying total productive maintenance (TPM) 6 25

Year 2

Apprentices are based within the workplace for 4 days a week, with 1 day release to attend college, studying

towards a HNC level or higher (dependant on previous achievements). Following the introduction in the first year,

the apprentice will work alongside experienced electricians learning electrical installation techniques, service

checks and repairs of electrical appliances and planned maintenance routines.

Year 3

Apprentices continue with the pattern, based within the workplace for 4 days a week, with 1 day release to attend

college, studying towards a HNC level or higher (dependant on previous achievements). Building on the

fundamentals learnt in year 1 and 2 the electrical apprentice will carry out some planned maintenance tasks and

work on projects involving instrumentation and control systems.

Year 4

Before the final year, the electrical apprentice will have gain knowledge and understanding of three Phase Power

and Motor control systems, Analogue and digital devices, have worked on majority of process in the mill.

The Electrical apprentice will be expected to carry out the tasks of an electrician on an individual basis and will

join a shift crew working with the shift electrician to experience breakdowns and develop fault finding skills.

Testimonials

“My time as an apprentice at Norbord gave me a vast amount of experience beyond my electrical

discipline, where every challenge came with a great sense of achievement. The responsibilities given

to me as I gained skills and demonstrated my ability made me feel highly valued.”

Kevin MacLaren, Deputy Maintenance Manager

“My Norbord apprenticeship gave me the confidence that I needed to succeed in a working

environment. It allowed me to advance my problem solving and practical skills, leaving me in good

stead for the future.”

Ruaridh MacGillivray, Shift Electrician

“Working within Norbord has allowed me to gain valuable qualifications – academically and

practically. Working within a progressive team has helped to improve my apprenticeship experience

and the skills I have gained from it.‟

Aaron Hossack, Electrician

“ Through my ongoing apprenticeship at Norbord I have gained hands on experience along with

qualifications at college. I feel that the skills that I have learnt so far and will learn going forward will

be useful to me for my future career.”

Daniel Long, 2nd

Year Apprentice Electrician

“The apprenticeship programme at Norbord has allowed me to learn skills that can be applied in

everyday life. Throughout the 4 years of my apprenticeship I have been able to learn and work

alongside industry experts and gain knowledge on different systems, such as hydraulic, pneumatic

and operational situations. This has allowed me to develop my mechanical expertise.”

Joff Willox, Mechanical Fitter

“I am currently working through my 2nd

year of my mechanical apprenticeship. The skills and

experience that I have attained already have been invaluable. Norbord are also supporting me

through my college work as I work towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I would highly

recommend an apprenticeship with Norbord to anyone interested in the manufacturing industry.”

Fraser Ellen, 2nd Year Mechanical Apprentice

2016 Achievements

Record Year - 400,624 m3 (Net) production.

Confirmation of the Continuous Line for Inverness (£100 million project)

Unconditional recertification for Safety Star; the first site to have achieved 2 unconditional

certifications.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about developing your skills and enhancing your learning and would like to

evolve in an industry-leading organisation then we want to hear from you.

Please send your CV and cover letter to emma.eadie@norbord.net

Values and beliefs

We pursue excellence in all areas of our business, achieved through a strategic focus on

human resources and commonly held values – Trust, Excellence and Customers. This

philosophy has to be adopted by each of our employees.

Norbord are committed to supporting the success of our customers, with some of our

customers stretching back as far as 30 years. Our main customer base includes: Builders

and Timber merchants, Construction Companies Distributors and Major DIY chains. Our

strong and loyal customer base serves as evidence to the quality of product and service

being delivered.