Welder/Fabricator and Laser Operator Apprentice
BRIGGS (UK) LTD
Boyle Road (NN17 5XU)
Closes in 27 days (Sunday 5 April 2026)
Posted on 9 March 2026
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Summary
Briggs Irrigation in Corby are looking for an Engineering Apprentice to join their team. You will be doing MIG welding and fabrication, engineering drawings and fibre laser operations. If you are looking for a career in engineering then keep reading the full job description.
- Wage
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£16,489.20 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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8am - 5pm, Monday to Thursday 4.30pm finish Friday (42 hours)
42 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
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2 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
Briggs Irrigation in Corby is a leading UK manufacturer of specialist irrigation equipment. Since1985 they have designed and built hose reels, irrigation booms and pump systems used worldwide. They combine traditional engineering skills with modern technology and invest heavily in apprentices.
So in this apprenticeship you will be working towards your Level 2 Engineering Operative qualification with day release at Tresham College and, gain real workplace experience while studying.
You will learn all about:
- MIG welding and fabrication
- Engineering drawings
- Fibre laser operations
- CNC production support
- Quality and safety standards
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the Briggs Apprenticeship Experience Half Day for:
- Factory tour
- Hands-on activity
- Meet the team
- Learn about apprenticeships
- September intake process
Where you'll work
Boyle Road
NN17 5XU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
- Level 2 Engineering Operative - Mechanical Manufacturing Pathway
- Functional Skills in English or maths if required
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 3)
- maths (grade 3)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- communication skills
- willingness to learn
- Passion for engineering
Other requirements
Candidates must carry out an initial interview with a member of the Tresham College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team.
Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
College attendance will be one day a week beginning in September 2026.
About this employer
Award winning manufacturer and supplier of market leading irrigation and dirty water dispersal equipment.
After this apprenticeship
Discussion for further progression on completion of apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000020022.
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Closes in 27 days (Sunday 5 April 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.