Apprentice Engineering Operative – Fabrication/Welding – Level 2
EUROPA ENGINEERING LTD
SHEFFIELD (S9 5PH)
Closes in 23 days (Thursday 10 July 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 11 June 2025
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Summary
Do you want to become a fabricator/welder in an extremely successful business? With great support, progression and lifelong opportunities, Europa Engineering has what you need to turn your passion into a successful career! Apply here.
- Wage
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£15,311.40 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday – Friday between 8.00am – 4.00pm.
39 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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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 use of a MIG set, various tooling and equipment;
- Accurately interpret CAD/technical drawings and mark-out;
- Ensure correct marking up of component parts;
- Working to quality standards required for the components;
- Welding joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements (TIG, MIG);
- Using a variety of equipment to shape, form and cut metal materials;
- Undertaking final inspections of finished components;
- Maintaining a clean, organised and productive work area;
- Ensure job timings are met/exceeded.
You’ll develop your skills alongside dedicated Europa Engineering employees who are eager to pass on their knowledge and very familiar with the apprenticeship process. You will learn a variety of duties and support the whole business. You’ll be taught and 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 successful and supportive employer, then please apply now! This apprenticeship and opportunity with Europa Engineering will be highly competitive, so do not miss your chance!
Where you'll work
326-328 COLEFORD ROAD
SHEFFIELD
S9 5PH
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 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 or equivalent 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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise workload
Other requirements
This is a successful company with a fantastic reputation that work to tight schedules. They are looking for someone who can get there every morning punctually (consider the company location), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the Europa team.
About this company
Europa Engineering specialise in mechanical handling and fabrication, offering their customers everything from product concepts, engineering and design all the way through to installation and commissioning. With a vast knowledge of the automotive industry, their expertise has won them many contracts with well-known car manufacturers. As their customer base widens, Europa want to train new staff into becoming the next generation of skilled fabricators and welders. This available position will allow the right individual the chance to gain a lifelong career in a well-established and highly supportive business.
After this apprenticeship
Progression to industry specialist qualifications – further and higher skill development. A lifelong career in the industry with Europa Engineering 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 VAC1000325477.
Apply now
Closes in 23 days (Thursday 10 July 2025 at 11:59pm)
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