Fabrication/Welding Apprentice

Summary

Looking to start a career in Engineering? Do you want to develop your skills with the help of an established and skilled employer? Stonefield (2010) Ltd are looking for a motivated individual to join their ranks as a Fabrication/Welding Apprentice. You’d be based at their Rotherham site and assist with the production of their unique products.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Pay will be reviewed upon performance and course progress.

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

As an Apprentice Fabricator/Welder, you'll be initially responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

Carry out fabrication and welding activities including welding pipework, use of a MIG/TIG set, various tooling and equipment;
Accurately interpret technical drawings;
Ensure correct marking up of component parts;
Working to quality standards required for the components;
Carrying out installation work when required;
Weld joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements (TIG, MIG);
Use a variety of manual equipment to shape, form and cut metal;
Undertake final inspections of finished components;
Maintaining a clean, organised and productive work area for colleagues and yourself;
When trained, ensure job timings are met/exceeded.

You’ll develop your skills alongside trained engineers who are eager to pass on their knowledge, helping you learn a variety of duties and how to support the whole business. The book does not stop with fabrication and welding, you’d also have the opportunity to develop mechanical and hydraulic skills. You’ll be mentored to achieve your full potential and create the foundation of a career in engineering.

If you are committed and ready to take your first step into a career with a fantastic employer, then please apply now! This apprenticeship and opportunity with Stonefield will be highly competitive, so don’t miss your chance!

Where you'll work

UNIT 3
BRADMARSH WAY
ROTHERHAM
S60 1BW

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

RNN GROUP

Your training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Your training plan

The successful candidates will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group at their Rotherham College campus on a day release format, giving you the training and support you need to become an all-rounded and successful Engineer.

The Apprenticeship Standard you will be studying is Engineering Operative - Fabrication/Welding - Level 2.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade A*-C / 9-4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Work under pressure,
Good attitude to work
Ability to prioritise workload

Other requirements

This is a successful company with a great reputation that work to tight schedules. They are looking for someone who can get there every morning punctually (consider the company and college location), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the Stonefield team.

About this company

Stonefield (2010) Ltd are a leading provider of pipe fittings and all engineering services. Their experience leads them to work for a variety of customers on varying projects. Stonefield are very invested in apprenticeships and upskilling, and have a team of staff trained to a high level of expertise.......Would you like to be the next one?

After this apprenticeship

Further industry appropriate training.

A lifelong career in the engineering industry with Stonefield (2010) Ltd.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RNN GROUP

lorraine

lorraine.savage@rnngroup.ac.uk

07713319356

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000327552.

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