Apprentice lifting deck fitter

Don Bur (Bodies & Trailers) Ltd

Staffordshire (ST3 5BW)

Closes in 22 days (Saturday 28 February 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 22 January 2026


Summary

Don Bur (Bodies & Trailers) Ltd have a fantastic opportunity for an Apprentice Lifting Deck Fitter to join their company to assist in the assembly and fitting of lifting deck systems for trailers and rigid bodies, plus more.

Wage

£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday 07:30 - 16:30 (if under the age of 18) Monday - Friday 07:30 - 17:00 (if over the age of 18)

37 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 4 March 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

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

  • Assist in the assembly and fitting of lifting deck systems for trailers and rigid bodies
  • Learn to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
  • Operate hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment safely
  • Prepare and position components for lifting deck installation
  • Carry out quality checks and report any defects
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Where you'll work

Mossfield Road
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST3 5BW

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.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 3+)
  • Mathamatics (grade 3+)
  • Science (grade 3+)

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
  • positive attitude

About this employer

Don-Bur designs innovative trailers and rigid bodywork that reduce fuel use, minimise downtime, and streamline operations – all with safety being paramount.

We're passionate about staying ahead. Our dedicated R&D team pushes boundaries, testing new ideas with customers. This commitment has resulted in industry-leading solutions like the award-winning Safe Ground Coupling and "EBS-Safe" systems. We're dedicated to improving safety, efficiency, and value for our customers.

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

Company benefits

  • A competitive salary
  • Company pension
  • Life Assurance
  • 30 days annual leave
  • Continuous support and coaching

After this apprenticeship

Once the probation period is over you will be placed on an NVQ training course to become a fully qualified Fitter. We are invested in continuous career development throughout your employment and a keen interest in engineering is crucial for this role. On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate will achieve a nationally recognised engineering apprenticeship qualification.

Qualifications on completion of the apprenticeship

As well as gaining a broad range of professional knowledge and experience, you will gain academic and vocational qualifications such as the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship Standard. You will also achieve Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills), as well as a Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge).

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000010278.

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Closes in 22 days (Saturday 28 February 2026 at 11:59pm)