Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker (Ductwork Fabrication)
TINMAN SUPPLIES LTD
MIDDLESBROUGH (TS3 8BT)
Closes in 31 days (Monday 4 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 3 July 2025
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Summary
We are looking for two motivated and reliable Apprentice Sheet Metal Workers to join our growing team. If you’re hands-on, eager to learn, and interested in building a long-term career in sheet metal work and ductwork fabrication, we want to hear from you!
- Wage
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£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Metal fabricator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 08:00am to 4:00pm with day release to college
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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
You will work alongside experienced sheet metal workers to fabricate ductwork used in HVAC systems. This is a hands-on, practical role where you’ll learn key skills including:
- Reading technical drawings
- Cutting, bending, and assembling sheet metal
- Operating fabrication tools and machinery
- Ensuring accuracy and quality control
- Working safely in a workshop environment
What We’re Looking For:
- A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Basic math and measuring skills
- Good attention to detail
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Punctuality and a positive attitude
- No prior experience required – just bring enthusiasm!
What We Offer:
- Full training and support from qualified tradespeople
- Paid apprenticeship position with advancement opportunities
- Exposure to real-world projects
- Safe and supportive work environment
- Pathway to becoming a certified sheet metal worker
Where you'll work
INFINITY HOUSE
SOTHERBY ROAD
MIDDLESBROUGH
TS3 8BT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
DARLINGTON 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
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Level 3 Metal Fabrication Apprentice - 4 days with employer and day release at College
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Infinity House, Sotherby Road, Middlesbrough TS3 8BT
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths and English (grade 4/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
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Punctual
- Strong work ethic
- Willing to learn
Other requirements
Please note that in line with UK apprenticeship regulations, you must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England. This should cover the entire expected term of learning and residency should be held for a minimum of 3 years, exceptions may apply please see Apprenticeship funding rules for full guidance.
About this company
TinMan Supplies is a leading manufacturer of bespoke ventilation solutions, offering custom spiral and rectangular ductwork. With over 30 years of expertise, we provide top-quality products tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. We are dedicated to manufacturing the highest quality products, ensuring durability and reliability. Our rigorous quality control processes guarantee excellence in every item we produce.
After this apprenticeship
- There may be an opportunity to secure a long term position after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DARLINGTON COLLEGE
Paul Clark
pclark@darlington.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000329572.
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Closes in 31 days (Monday 4 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
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