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Apprentice Welder EXHEAT LIMITED

EXHEAT is a globally renowned manufacturer of hazardous area process heaters and their applicable control systems. We employ around 200 individuals spread across the UK, India and Singapore. Our systems are engineered and constructed in Watton. Our widely-spread, precision engineers work together to deliver the highest standards across the world.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 31 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,196.00

  • Working week

    Monday-Friday 08.00 – 16.30 Monday to Thursday 08.00 – 15.30 Friday

    Total hours per week: 39

  • Expected duration

    21 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    13 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000064107

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

As our apprentice welder, the role will begin on the shop floor shadowing our qualified and experienced welders. This is the candidates chance to gain as much knowledge of our product as possible. The experience gained at this point in the role will sculpt their experience. The candidate will be trained to assemble and weld high quality bespoke electric process heaters/pressure vessels for use in the oil and gas industry.

Activities will include:

  • Reading engineering drawings and working to various worldwide standards preparation of materials
  • Shadowing the manufacturing team to learn the EXHEAT approved processes
  • General use of power tools
  • Regular mentor sessions to ensure progression in all the welding processes is being achieved
  • Producing, or contributing to the production of the hazardous area heaters to EXHEAT company standards
  • Different fabrication methods
  • Training to become a fully coded welder to worldwide specifications
  • Next Steps:
  • After the candidate has gained knowledge and experience, and demonstrated good health and safety processes, they will be tested with technical questions about the system (you will receive tutoring to gain this knowledge)
  • Upon approval from college assessors – the candidate will be progressed towards various welding activities
  • The candidate will spend time in various departments to gain a well-rounded understanding of the EXHEAT process
  • Regular Reviews will unravel next steps to use the candidates skills to their highest ability.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Working towards the General Welder Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

At EXHEAT we are strong believers in Apprenticeships. We would like to see the successful candidate grow as part of our team – and become an asset to our company. The successful candidate will be supported throughout their entire employment into the department of their choice and abilities. Each employee is an individual and as an apprentice at EXHEAT we would like to channel the candidate through each aspect of the business.

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Team working, Communication skills, Customer care skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Minimum of 3 (Grade 4-9) Essential

Things to consider

Physically demanding role – applicant will need to be willing to carry out lifting activities in approved methods. Applicant will be in presence of high profile clients – therefore shall display a positive representation of the EXHEAT group. The candidate will show interest in the system continuously growing their knowledge of the EXHEAT product range.

About the employer

EXHEAT is a globally renowned manufacturer of hazardous area process heaters and their applicable control systems. We employ around 200 individuals spread across the UK, India and Singapore. Our systems are engineered and constructed in Watton. Our widely spread, precision engineers work together to deliver the highest standards in hazardous area applications across the world.

Employer

EXHEAT LIMITED

Address

Exheat Ltd, Threxton House, Threxton Road Industrial Estate, Watton

THETFORD

IP25 6NG

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Training

Training provider

WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

General welder (arc processes)

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 31 Aug 2022