Apprentice Fabricator Welder

Summary

This vacancy is for a Apprentice Fabricator Welder apprentice based in Billington, Clitheroe. The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out metal fabrication work using things such as rolled steel joists, columns, channels, steel plate and metal sheet, etc.

Wage

£16,224 a year

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Training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Thursday, 07.30 - 16.30, Friday - 07.30 - 12.30

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 July 2025

Duration

4 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

The vacancy is an opportunity for someone who is interested in pursuing a career in Engineering. If successful, the apprenticeship could consist of up to 4 years' learning.

The first year will be based full time, Mon to Fri, at Training 2000 Ltd in the Engineering workshop where the apprentice will gain an insight into Engineering, and start to develop new skills relevant to the tasks they will be completing once they return to their respective employer.

As well as this, they will also begin their Further Education course, BTEC Diploma, City and Guilds, which will be 1 day a week classroom-based learning.

Your job role will consist of different tasks such as

Report to assigned mentor.
To train in the use of machinery / equipment under the direction of skilled and competent workers.
To work with one of the trained fabricator / welders on specific jobs for clients, learning to weld and fabricate steelwork to drawings as required.
Make known any suggestions for improvement regarding any aspects of the workplace conditions (Health and Safety) to mentor.
Be aware of the impact of ISO 9001 and BS1090 standards in terms of day-to-day working.
Ensure that the work area is always kept clean and tidy.
Carry out duties as requested by mentor.
Remove waste materials to the relevant waste handling services.
Ensure all tools and equipment are safe for use and stored responsibly.
Apprentices are trained on all rules and procedures within the factory including all health and safety regulations.
Be aware of the importance of wearing all necessary Personal Protective Equipment i.e. Steel toe capped boots, glasses & ear protection.
Ensure that weekly timesheet is booked up correctly, signed and returned by Monday 08:30am to the admin office.

Where you'll work

JUDGE WALMSLEY MILL
LONGWORTH ROAD
BILLINGTON
CLITHEROE
BB7 9TP

Training

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

College or training organisation

TRAINING 2000 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

The apprentice will be working towards completing the Metal Fabricator Standard, which will include the following:

Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
Functional skills - English, Maths (if not already achieved).

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4/C or above)
Maths (grade 4/C or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

ICT (grade 4/C or above)
Science (grade 4/C 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
Initiative
Safety mind-set
Strong work ethic
Dependable
Responsible
Positive attitude
Team player
Adaptable
Honesty and integrity
Self-motivation
Proactive

Other requirements

Please do not contact Company direct. Please note; we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply ASAP if you wish to be considered for this role.

About this company

Harrisons Engineering was established in 1970 by the Harrison family offering engineering services to quarrying and road stone industries. We have grown, developed, and diversified to suit changes in market requirements by forging long standing, secure relationships with our clients. Based across two sites in Lancashire, we are central to the UK allowing easy nationwide coverage. Our workshops allow us to offer manufacture of new structures and off-site refurbishment works; our yards for storage and superstructure trial erections; our fleet of vehicles, plant & equipment also provide for installation, onsite regeneration, strengthening, servicing and maintenance works. Based on our five-acre site in Lancashire, we are central to the UK allowing easy nationwide coverage. Our workshops allow us to offer manufacture of new structures and off-site refurbishment works; our yards for storage and superstructure trial erections; our fleet of vehicles, plant & equipment also provide for installation, onsite regeneration, strengthening, servicing and maintenance works.

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Company benefits

Holidays per year: 28 including bank holidays. Free car parking. Workplace pension. Profit related pay bonus scheme. Uniform - as applicable.

After this apprenticeship

Engineers are inventors, designers and problem solvers, people who make a difference to the way we live. As trained professionals, engineers are well paid and highly respected. Many get top jobs and even run their own companies. If you enjoy working as part of a team, like solving problems and have a practical flair, you will find engineering has a lot to offer.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRAINING 2000 LIMITED

Grace Gardner

grace.gardner@t2000.co.uk

0125454659

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000321061.

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Closes on Friday 27 June 2025

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Company’s application instructions

Please apply online at www.training2000.co.uk quoting the reference number of the vacancy you are interested in. If you have already applied online, please call 01254 546 59 and we can add the vacancy to your current application form.

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