Metal Fabricator Apprentice STAGE ONE CREATIVE SERVICES LIMITED
If you have an interest in working in a creative, busy environment, we are looking for an enthusiastic Fabricator/Welder Apprentice to work in the metal shop at Stage One. This exciting opportunity will provide a fantastic welding experience working on a variety of bespoke projects.
Closing date: 01 Jul 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.00
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Working week
Monday- Friday 7.30am- 4pm (8 hours)- 40 hours per week
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
42 Months
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Possible start date
01 Sep 2023
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Date posted
14 Feb 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000133294
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
To work within a metal fabrication department carrying out welding and fabrication tasks on a range of bespoke projects.
Duties will include:
· Welding and fabrication of steel
· Drilling and grinding of steel
· Daily manual handling
· Operating welding and plant equipment
· Safe use of metal fabrication power tools
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Level 3.
Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
Level: 3
Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
What will I study?
This apprenticeship will give you the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work as a Metal Fabricator and will include the following:
- Work safely at all times, comply with health & safety legislation, regulations and organisational requirements
- Check materials conform to the specified grades, dimensions and thicknesses identified on detailed engineering drawings
- Use the correct methods for the moving and handling resources and materials
- Set up, check and adjust the equipment for use in the safe and reliable fabrication of metal products or components and maintaining the equipment in a reliable and safe condition throughout
- Interpret technical drawings, patterns, templates and specifications to mark out, produce and assemble complex fabricated products to meet the required specification and quality requirements
- Use appropriate tools, equipment and techniques to shape and form (HOT or COLD) metal materials, demonstrating and applying knowledge of material properties and characteristics throughout
- Operate appropriate tools and equipment to join metal parts using a range of mechanical fasteners and fixing techniques
- Operate thermal joining equipment to join metal parts using a range of appropriate techniques to the standards required by the specifications for the fabrication activity being carried out
- You will also work towards the Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and produce a portfolio of evidence on which the End Point Assessment (EPA) professional discussion will be based.
Method of Delivery:
A flexible model of delivery is available based on the employer’s needs and can include an optional Level 2 Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.
How will I be assessed?
Successful achievement of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) will lead to final certification of the apprenticeship. The assessment, with an independent assessor, will comprise of:
Practical observation - to assess the apprentice’s application of skills within the apprentice’s place of work or in a suitable environment away from the workplace (e.g. in a centre approved by the EPAO)
Professional discussion - to holistically assess knowledge, skills and behaviours across the standard and will be informed by portfolio of evidence
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Continuing to build on knowledge and skills with opportunity to work away on site in the UK, Europe & worldwide and to assist with the installation of projects built in our workshops.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
STAGE ONE CREATIVE SERVICES LIMITED
Address
Hangar 88
Marston Business Park
Tockwith
YO26 7QF
Training
Training provider
YORK COLLEGE
Contact
Apprenticeships
apprenticeships@yorkcollege.ac.uk
01904 770368
Apprenticeship standard
Metal fabricator
Level 3 (A level)
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