Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprentice (Fabrication & Welding)

NEEDHAM FABRICATIONS LTD

LION BARN IND EST (IP6 8NZ)

Closes on Thursday 1 October 2026

Posted on 7 August 2026

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Summary

We're looking for an enthusiastic Engineering Operative Apprentice to join our skilled fabrication and welding team. This is an exciting opportunity to earn a wage while gaining a nationally recognised Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship, developing practical skills that will set you up for a long-term career in engineering.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.

40 hours a week

Start date

Friday 2 October 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

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

  • Read engineering drawings and understand how products are manufactured.
  • Measure, mark out, cut and shape metal materials.
  • Use a variety of engineering hand tools and power tools safely.
  • Learn welding and fabrication techniques from experienced engineers.
  • Assemble fabricated components to a high standard.
  • Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet customer requirements.
  • Work safely and follow engineering health and safety procedures.
  • Keep your work area clean, organised and professional.
  • Work as part of a friendly engineering team to complete customer projects.

Where you'll work

PLOT 10
UNIT 5
MAITLAND RD
LION BARN IND EST
IP6 8NZ

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)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

Training schedule

Traind Up is the training provider. 

1 day per week virtual classroom from October. 

Onsite assessor visits every 8 weeks. 

12-18 months duration.

More training information

Train'd Up is a UK recognised provider of remote workforce training, delivering online training courses and apprenticeships to upskill staff.

Requirements

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

Needham Fabrications is a specialist engineering and metal fabrication company with a reputation for producing high-quality fabricated products for customers across a range of industries.

Quality, teamwork and craftsmanship are at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in developing the next generation of engineers and giving apprentices the skills, knowledge and confidence to build successful careers.

http://www.needhamfabrications.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Company pension
  • Free on-site parking
  • Supportive team environment
  • Ongoing training and development
  • The opportunity to build a long-term career in engineering

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

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Many apprentices go on to become skilled Fabricators, Welders or continue onto higher-level engineering apprenticeships and specialist roles.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED

Jenny Stevenson

Jenny.Stevenson@traindup.org

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046978.

Apply now

Closes on Thursday 1 October 2026