MIG Welding Apprentice
HARDALL INTERNATIONAL LTD
Ludun Close (LU54PN)
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 18 June 2026)
Posted on 4 June 2026
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Summary
Are you looking to start your career in Engineering as a MIG Welding Apprentice? This is a fantastic opportunity to start your journey. We are looking for enthusiastic applicants to join our team learning to manufacture, repair and service our products!
- Wage
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£16,224 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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Monday to Thursday 8.30 - 17.00 , Friday 8.30 - 16.00 (30 minutes for lunch)
39 hours a week
- Start date
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Saturday 1 August 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
Hardall International Limited have been designing, manufacturing and installing bespoke chute systems since 1983. Our unique heritage still shapes the way we do business today. By consistently creating optimal disposal solutions for a variety of applications inclusive of Recycling, Refuse, Linen and Clinical waste, Hardall have rightfully earned the status of market leaders in their field.
You will have the opportunity to learn to; operate sanders and relevant fabrication machinery and welding equipment, folding sheet metal, manufacturing chute doors, installing rubber sheets, identifying potential improvements to equipment and communicating these to the site, working safely under the company's Health and Safety guidelines and work with the continuous improvement teams to improve the overall efficiency of the plant and equipment.
The successful candidate will work in Dunstable for four days a week and attend day release at Bedford College to achieve Level 2 Engineering Operative course delivered over 24 months.
Where you'll work
Hardall House
Ludun Close
LU54PN
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)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
Training schedule
Engineering Operative – Level 2
EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations
EAL Level 2 in Engineering Operations
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 2)
- 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
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Please consider your transport links to get to both the employers location and the college.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of our Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process.
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.
About this employer
Designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing refuse and recycling waste as well as linen laundry chutes.
After this apprenticeship
A full time position with the Company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Phillipa Moodie
jobenquiries@justapply.co.uk
01234 291000
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000035381.
Apply now
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 18 June 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.