Sheet Metal Apprenticeship Level 2

BRIDMET LTD

BRADPOLE, Pymore Mills

Closes on Tuesday 31 March 2026

Posted on 19 February 2026

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Summary

At Bridmet, we believe in creating opportunities and building future talent. Our Sheet Metal Apprenticeships combine paid training with hands-on experience, giving you the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a rewarding career in engineering and manufacturing.

Wage

£16,575 a year

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
37.5 hours, worked over 5 days (TBC). Between 7:30am – 4pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

1 year

Positions available

2

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

  • Always working safely, following health & safety and environmental legislation
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, adhering to specified dimensions and tolerances
  • Rotate through the Profiling, Material Prep, Folding and quality departments
  • Use a wide variety of precision measuring equipment
  • Using testing equipment for quality checks
  • Monitor and maintain machinery for efficiency
  • Diagnose machine or tool malfunctions and determine required adjustments or repairs
  • Communicate and engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Work inclusively with your team and across the wider organisation
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement
  • Attend careers or STEM events to support young people’s futures

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • BRIDMET LTD NAPOLEON HOUSE, GORE CROSS BUSINESS PARK, CORBIN WAY, BRADPOLE, DT6 3UX
  • Bridmet, Pymore Mills, DT6 5PJ

Training

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

Training provider

YEOVIL COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance 2 a day at college a week for the 1st year. 

This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship qualification (ST0537) standard. 

On completion, the apprentice will receive a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship qualification (ST0537).

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

x5 GCSE's including Maths & English (grade Grade 9 – 4 / A* - C)

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
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Other requirements

You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. In some cases, you may be required to have a telephone interview with Yeovil College prior to your application being passed on. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

About this employer

Bridmet is a UK-based precision sheet metal fabrication company with extensive experience in diverse industries. We proudly deliver a comprehensive turnkey manufacturing service, offering expertise in Sheet Metal, Fabrication, Machining, Finishing, and Assembly & Integration. At our foundation is a strong engineering team with broad skills in design, engineering, project management, and supply chain management, enabling us to provide a full-service solution from concept to completion.

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Company benefits

A range of benefits will be available. 

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

The idea behind running an active and ongoing Apprenticeship program is to invest in people and provide sustainable employment within our locality and develop and grow a skilled workforce for the future. On completion, you will be well-positioned to continue your career within the production team.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

YEOVIL COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000016442.

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Closes on Tuesday 31 March 2026

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.