Level 3 Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship - J B Components Ltd
J B COMPONENTS LTD
GATESHEAD (NE10 0JP)
Closes in 5 days (Friday 13 March 2026)
Posted on 6 March 2026
Contents
Summary
As a growing and forward-thinking company, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern machinery and techniques - offering apprentices a well-rounded, hands-on learning experience in a real production environment.
- Wage
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£12,563.20 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 - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm
32 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- 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 a Metal Fabricator Apprentice, you will learn the full range of fabrication techniques, including:
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Cutting, shaping and assembling metal components
- Operating fabrication machinery (e.g. press brakes, guillotines, welding equipment)
- Assisting with welding and finishing processes
- Carrying out quality control and inspection of finished products
- Following health and safety standards within a busy workshop environment
Where you'll work
HEWORTH HOUSE
WILLIAM STREET
GATESHEAD
NE10 0JP
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NCG
Training course
Metal fabricator (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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.
Training schedule
- Metal Fabricator Level 3
- 4-days per week at J B Components Ltd
- 1-day per week at Newcastle College Energy Academy
More training information
J B Components Ltd, you won’t just be observing - you’ll be actively involved in meaningful projects from day one. We provide:
- Real workshop experience with modern fabrication equipment
- Mentoring from skilled and experienced fabricators
- A supportive team environment
- Exposure to varied and interesting work across multiple industries
- The opportunity for continued employment upon successful completion
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
About this employer
J B Components Ltd operates as a multi-faceted and versatile organisation serving a wide range of industries and markets. We provide expert laser cutting, fabrication and welding services, alongside specialising in the nationwide distribution of high-quality 3.5-ton tipper and dropside bodies.
Our commitment to excellence is woven into everything we do. From precision-engineered body kits built to stringent quality and safety standards, to our agile and innovative approach to problem-solving, we pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions that meet our customers’ unique challenges.
After this apprenticeship
Secure a potential long-term career path in a growing business.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NCG
Apprenticeships
apprenticeships@ncl-coll.ac.uk
01912004849
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018357.
Apply now
Closes in 5 days (Friday 13 March 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.