Apprentice Fabricator

Summary

We are seeking a motivated/enthusiastic Apprentice Fabricator to join our team at Penzance Dry Dock. This apprenticeship is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the shipbuilding and ship repair industry. You will gain hands-on experience in welding, fabricating components, working with welding/forming equipment.

Wage

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

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Competitive apprenticeship salary with incremental increases based on performance and progression.

Training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday between 8.00am - 5.00pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 4 August 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

3

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

Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
Analyse plans, drawings, work samples, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of welding assignments/techniques
Utilise power presses, punches, and other welding and forming equipment
Follow safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

Where you'll work

Penzance Dry Dock
Wharf Road
Penzance
TR18 4BW

Training

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

College or training organisation

CORNWALL MARINE NETWORK LIMITED

Your training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Work safely at all times, comply with health & safety legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Comply with environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Obtain, check and use the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation).
Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity.
Undertake the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment.
Carry out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment.
Deal promptly and effectively with problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel.
Complete any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity.
Restore the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location.
Identify and follow correct Metal work instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Mark out using appropriate tools and techniques.
Cut and form Metal for the production or maintenance of fabricated products.
Produce and assemble Metal products to required specification and quality requirements.
Identify and follow correct joining instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Carry out the relevant preparation before starting the joining fabrication activity.
Set up, check, adjust and use joining and related equipment.
Weld joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements.
Work safely at all times, comply with health & safety legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Comply with environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Obtain, check and use the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation).
Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity.
Undertake the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment.
Carry out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment.
Deal promptly and effectively with problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel.
Complete any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity.
Restore the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location.
Identify and follow correct Metal work instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Mark out using appropriate tools and techniques.
Cut and form Metal for the production or maintenance of fabricated products.
Produce and assemble Metal products to required specification and quality requirements.
Identify and follow correct joining instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Carry out the relevant preparation before starting the joining fabrication activity.
Set up, check, adjust and use joining and related equipment.
Weld joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements.

Your training plan

Metal Fabricator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

Cornwall Marine Network are providing high quality apprenticeship training at the Penzance Dy Dock, offering fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic individuals to join a highly skilled team of fabricators

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4 or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

GCSE Technical qualification (grade 4 or above)

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
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Patience

Other requirements

Use internal cranes and slinging methods for material handling. Maintain and care for tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working condition.

About this company

Penzance Dry Dock provides specialist engineering solutions in dry dock and steelwork, maintenance and ship repair. Penzance Dry Dock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Company benefits

Comprehensive training and development program. Opportunity to work on exciting, challenging projects. Gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic industry.

After this apprenticeship

Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CORNWALL MARINE NETWORK LIMITED

Carol Churcher

carol.churcher@cornwallmarine.net

07375924249

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000319574.

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Closes on Monday 14 July 2025

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