Apprentice Metal Fabricator

Summary

We are currently looking for two Metal Fabricator apprentices to join us at 6ix PD. We are a growing company and our aim is to retain our apprentices after program completion and further develop them within the company.

Wage

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

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Rates To Be Agreed Based On Candidates Ability Overtime At 1.5X After 40 Hrs

Training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Hours

Monday- Thursday. Times to be confirmed.

40 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

Stainless Steel Sheet Metal Fabrication
Making fabricating hygienic food grade storage vessels for dairy, food and beverage industries
Producing equipment suitable for a hygienic/food grade standard environment
Fabricating box sections, frameworks and staircases as well as general fabrication of stainless-steel products
Working as part of an ambitious team with experienced team members to provide support to grain valuable skills and experience

Where you'll work

NEWLEAZE FARM
BOWDEN
HENSTRIDGE
TEMPLECOMBE
BA8 0PG

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 Level 3 Metal Fabricator standard. On completion, the apprentice will receive the Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) OR Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) qualification. Functional Skills in Maths and English may also be required depending on your current level.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade Grade 9 – 4 / A* - C))
Maths (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
Logical
Team working
Patience
Physical fitness

Other requirements

Reliable form of transport or method to get to site – potential for lifts with colleagues depending on location. You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. In some cases, you may 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

6ix Process Design (6pd) is a market-leading UK design and manufacturer specialising in high-quality hygienic stainless steel vessels, pressure vessels and integrated process systems. Specialists in Brewing, Dairy, Pharmaceutical and Stainless process systems we aim to supply our customers with a quality-first philosophy. We ensure this by manufacturing all of our systems in right here, in our brand new upgraded Somerset facility, UK. Quality and reliability is the cornerstone of our business. With decades of experience in Brewery manufacturing, Brewery operation and Brewery installation our knowledge and skills are uniquely placed to guide and deliver your next project no matter the scale.

https://6ix-pd.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Our Business Operates Over A 4 Day Week From Monday - Thursday.

After this apprenticeship

We are a growing company, so there are avenues for the right candidate to grow and progress within the company after successfully completing the apprenticeship, including management positions.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

YEOVIL COLLEGE

Vicki Davey

victoria.davey@yeovil.ac.uk

01935 845561

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000330453.

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Closes on Monday 18 August 2025

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