Welder level 2 Apprentice HUNWICK ENGINEERING LTD

This is a role where you will gain the foundation knowledge to learn to weld. You will be part of the team making the products before they are installed on site, what you do matters and working with guidance from your mentor you are part of the foundation of our business.

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

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Closing date: 03 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,600.00

  • Working week

    40 hours per week, 5 days per week from 7:30am - 4:00pm with a 15 minute break around 10am and a lunch break for 30 minutes at around 1pm.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000090742

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

This is a role where you will gain the foundation knowledge to learn to weld.

You will be part of the team making the products before they are installed on site, what you do matters and working with guidance from your mentor you are part of the foundation of our business.

Our company designs and manufactures a range of architectural metalwork that you will see across London. We produce parts for one of the UK largest car transporters.

  • We are proud of history and excited about our future
  • Complete all welding work as required 
  • Set out materials to specified drawings and tack weld
  • Operate drills, punches and guillotines
  • Welding using and adhering to welding procedures
  • Operate safety equipment safely
  • Work to health and safety standards 
  • Ensuring work meets required quality level 
  • Ensuring all good working practices and procedures relating to your work are adhered to
  • Safely operate and be proficient in the use of all shop hand and machine tools
  • Perform any other tasks deemed within your technical capabilities as required
  • Day to day duties will be to learn and develop towards skills shown above
  • The department is in the fabrication workshop
  • A mentor will be assigned, although you will be working within a team of 28

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

  • The apprentice will be working towards the Level 2 General Welder Apprenticeship Standard

  • College attendance will be at the Colchester Institute - Colchester Campus one day per week during term time

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Potential to go into a variety of roles, Fabricating, Sheet Metal Working, Managing, Estimating, Procurement

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Non judgemental, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and maths (Grade A*-E/9-2 or equivalent) Essential

Things to consider

Must be physically fit as role will involve some heavy lifting, ability to be on your feet all day and work in a factory location. Power tools will be an essential part of working. It will take time to learn the trade and some tasks may seem monotonous, although full exposure to the range of work will be given over time depending on the individual’s ability. You must be able to commute to the site as public transport options are not available at the site.

About the employer

Hunwick Engineering lead the industry in specialist process and heavy engineering solutions, being a valued provider across a number of industries – including modular construction, rail and infrastructure. Hunwick Engineering is the first carbon-neutral off-grid large-scale engineering facility in the UK, powered completely by green energy, which is all produced on site. By continuously looking to the future, we ensure our production methods evolve to meet our clients’ requirements and the changing market needs

Employer

HUNWICK ENGINEERING LTD

Address

THE OLD AIRFIELD

GOSFIELD

HALSTEAD

CO9 1SA

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Training

Training provider

COLCHESTER INSTITUTE

Contact

Colchester Institute - Apprenticeship Team

ci.apprenticeships@colchester.ac.uk

01206712043

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: 03 Apr 2023