Fabrication/Welding Apprentice

BRIDDON LIMITED

SHEFFIELD (S25 2LY)

Closes in 15 days (Thursday 20 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 August 2026

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Summary

Begin your career in Engineering!

Want hands-on experience, real skills, and the chance to learn from trained engineers who genuinely invest in your future? Briddon Ltd is looking for a motivated individual to join their highly skilled team at their Dinnington site as a Fabrication & Welding Apprentice.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Pay will be reviewed upon performance and successful completion of apprenticeship

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Mon-Thurs 8:00 - 16:30 Fri – 06:00 – 15:00

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 24 August 2026

Duration

2 years

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

Your training and responsibilities as an Apprentice Fabricator/Welder, will include (but not be limited to) the following:

  • Carry out welding activities including use of a MIG welder, and other ancillary machinery and equipment
  • Creating steel fabrications, utilising machinery such as a band saw, circular saw, bending machine, pillar drill
  • Accurately follow job cards and update accordingly
  • Understand and read engineering drawings/symbols
  • Ensure correct marking up of component parts
  • Work to quality standards required for the components
  • Weld joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements
  • Undertake final inspections of finished components
  • Assisting with warehousing duties, loading vehicles and packaging goods
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and productive work area for colleagues and yourself
  • When trained, ensure job timings are met/exceeded

You’ll learn side-by-side with experienced engineers who are passionate about sharing their knowledge, giving you hands-on exposure to a wide range of tasks and a real understanding of how the whole business operates. With dedicated mentoring and support, you’ll build confidence, develop in-demand skills, and lay strong foundations for a long-term career in engineering. 

If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and ready to take your first step into engineering with a supportive business, apply now. This opportunity at Briddon Ltd will be highly sought after — don’t miss your chance to get started.

Where you'll work

CHURCH LANE
DINNINGTON
SHEFFIELD
S25 2LY

Training

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

Training provider

RNN GROUP

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

More training information

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

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

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

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Work under pressure
  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Be reliable and punctual
  • Good attitude to work

Other requirements

This is a successful business with a fantastic reputation that works to a tight schedule. They are looking for someone who can get there in a morning punctually (think about the location of the business and transport links), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the team.

About this employer

Established in 1986, Briddon is a family-run business specialising in bespoke wrought ironwork and commercial security works, particularly Palisade gates. They have a fantastic reputation and a customer base scaling the globe.  They operate a team of long-standing members whom are invested in the business’ success and longevity. Based in Dinnington, South Yorkshire, they are committed to utilising an apprenticeship scheme to build their workforce.

https://www.sheffieldgates.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Company pension,
  • On-site parking,
  • Sick pay (contractual terms apply)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Further industry appropriate training.

A lasting career in the engineering industry with Briddon 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 VAC2000046392.

Apply now

Closes in 15 days (Thursday 20 August 2026 at 11:59pm)