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Dev Ops Apprentice 2024-2025

Job Description

About the scheme  
Introducing the exciting Dev Ops Apprentice role! Join us in providing technical support for key applications used across all our businesses in the UK&I. You'll work on projects to deliver technical developments, contribute to application enhancements and act as an advocate for IT development standards. Plus, you'll provide advanced support and maintenance for our UK&I specific IT landscape.
                          

Additional Information

What will you get out of it?  
Step into a business service role or kickstart your IT career with us. Gain experience in IT within a large organisation, understand business analysis, low code platforms (preferably Microsoft Power Platform), how to manage pipelines for large scale developments and IT security practices. You'll also sharpen your customer care skills and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

You will be studying the L4 DevOps Engineer Apprenticeship.  By the end of the programme, you will be fully equipped to take the next step in your IT career.

You’ll gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on your development.  You’ll be supported every step of the way by your Line Manager and Mentor and have dedicated time for learning and building your skills. This supportive network will empower you to build meaningful connections and allow you to grow in confidence.

If you want more detail about what you will learn on your apprenticeship journey, click on the link below to look at the apprenticeship standard:DevOps engineer / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

What to expect
As part of this role, you'll work on exciting projects, provide technical support, contribute to application enhancements and provide consultancy on technical requirements. You'll also manage application lifecycles, ensure compliance standards and technical upgrades and be a champion for IT development standards. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining our UK&I developed IT landscape.

Career progression   
The Dev Ops Apprentice role is your gateway to a successful career in business services and IT. With your expertise in IT and database design, you'll have endless opportunities to advance within Nestlé. Moreover, your experience in managing deadlines will sharpen your project management skills, opening doors to even more exciting career prospects.

Entry requirements   
You’ll need 3 A level (or equivalent qualifications) at Grade 5, with at least one of those qualifications in a STEM subject such as Maths, Computer Science, or Physics.  You’ll also need Maths and English Language GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9-4 (A*-C if taken before 2017).

Just as important is to be full of energy and enthusiasm for learning. We want to meet people who will see this opportunity for what it is—a chance to build a career with a company where there’s no limit to what you can achieve. You will also need the right to work in the UK that is not time limited and does not require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route either at the start of the scheme or on completion, and you will need to be 18 years old by 1st September 2025. 

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know.