Sheet metal Fabrication Apprentice

Summary

Ackerman Engineering will provide an opportunity to learn various elements of performing sheet metal operations in a well-established factory. We welcome aspiring engineers investing time and resources to start your sheet metal fabrication career.

Wage

£15,311.40 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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As a company we often give Christmas bonuses and performance pay rises will be awarded.

Training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Hours

Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 17:00 Friday 08:00 – 13:00. Opportunities of overtime work.

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

2

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

· Provides an opportunity to someone who is interested in learning about various elements of performing engineering operations to a recognised qualification.

Combining study and work, under the instruction and supervision of skilled technical staff, your days will offer lots of unique challenges, with an array of interesting work and training
You will work towards acquiring the knowledge and skills on how to competently perform duties using hand tools, marking out, drilling, milling, fitting and assembly, through to CNC laser & bending technology, and MIG/TIG welding and fabricating

Where you'll work

GORE CROSS BUSINESS PARK
CORBIN WAY
BRADPOLE
BRIDPORT
DT6 3UX

Training

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

College or training organisation

YEOVIL COLLEGE

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 apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Metal Fabrication Level 3 standard. On completion the apprentice will receive Metal Fabricaion Level 3 qualification. Functional Skills in Maths and English may also be required depending on current level.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

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

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
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Patience

Other requirements

You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. You will be required to have a telephone interview with Yeovil College prior to your application being passed on. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

About this company

Ackerman Engineering is a sub-contract precision sheet metal company. Our components and fabrications are used across the UK, throughout Europe and beyond. Customers tend to be OEMs in fields such as electronics, security, transport, hydraulics, nuclear, plastics as well as medical and construction.

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After this apprenticeship

We like to offer all apprentices, full time employment after successful completion of their apprenticeship. Providing they have worked hard and are wanting to grow and progress in Ackerman Engineering.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

YEOVIL COLLEGE

Vicki Davey

Victoria.davey@yeovil.ac.uk

01935845561

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000322810.

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Closes on Friday 1 August 2025

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