Apprentice Welder – Level 2 Engineering Operative (Fabrication Pathway)

REACT INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS LTD

AXIS JUNCTION; 9 Middleton Stoney Rd; Bicester OX26 1RT; United Kingdom (OX26 1RT)

Closes in 22 days (Friday 27 March 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 3 March 2026

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Summary

React Industrial Solutions seeks an Apprentice Welder to train in fabrication while earning a Level 2 Engineering Operative qualification. Start your engineering career with hands-on experience.

Wage

£16,640 a year

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Pay Range is between £8 to £13 per hour

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9 hours a day including 1 hour unpaid lunch. Shifts to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 1 April 2026

Duration

1 year

Positions available

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 Welder, you will receive expert training and gain experience in:

  • MIG and TIG welding techniques on a range of materialsFabrication processes, including marking out, cutting, forming, and finishing components
  • Reading and interpreting technical drawings
  • Using workshop machinery and hand tools safely and effectively
  • Preparing, assembling, and welding metal structuresQuality checking and inspection techniques
  • Health, safety, and environmental regulationsWorking as part of a professional engineering team on live projects

Where you'll work

AXIS JUNCTION; 9 Middleton Stoney Rd; Bicester OX26 1RT; United Kingdom
OX26 1RT

Training

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

Training provider

TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

  • Engineering Operative Level 2, delivered by Train'd Up
  • Engage in day release remote training and receive on-the-job guidance from experienced mentors and sales individuals

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 3 / D)
  • Maths (grade 3 / D)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

React Industrial Solutions Ltd is a UK-based engineering supply and services partner specialising in industrial maintenance, engineering support, and facilities solutions. The company was founded in 1998 and has grown from its origins in Oxfordshire to operate multiple service centres across the UK.

https://www.reactindustrialsolutions.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be opportunities for progression for the right candidate
  • This may include moving into more advanced roles within the team, taking on greater responsibilities, and continuing professional development to support long-term career growth

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED

Leighton Arnold

leighton.arnold@traindup.org

07385116091

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018850.

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Closes in 22 days (Friday 27 March 2026 at 11:59pm)