Welding Apprentice DIRECT ENGINEERING & SITE SERVICES LTD

Direct Engineering have two welding apprenticeships available due to expansion of the fabrication section at Direct Engineering based in Chesterfield. Direct Engineering are a diverse company with great opportunities and continue to invest in all new modern technologies to improve production and methods of manufacture.

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Closing date: 19 Jul 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,313.60

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday – Thursday: 7.45am – 4.45pm Fridays: 7.45am – 2.15pm.

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    22 Jul 2024

  • Date posted

    05 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000242186

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

  • MIG welding (mild steel)
  • TIG welding (stainless steel & aluminum)
  • Fabrication & assembly of components
  • Manipulator welding
  • General fabrication skills – sawing/grinding
  • Orbital gas purged welding carried out by robotic arm

The training you will be getting

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence. You will be expected to work towards a Level 2 General Welder with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group.

Training and training location to be confirmed.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Chesterfield College continues to develop strong relationships with employers and we encourage any organisation considering recruiting an apprentice to support them to progress onto a higher apprenticeship level, or offer full-time employment at the end of their apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Team working, Initiative, Approachable, Proactive

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*-D/3-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-D/3-9) Essential

About the employer

Direct Engineering specialise in the welding and manufacture of Stainless Steel, Aluminium, Mild Steel and a range of Non Ferrous Metal products. Direct Engineering have an excellent manufacturing facility offering a specialised Fabrication Welding, Machining and Installation Service. Their experienced team of engineers work closely with customers to meet and exceed their exact requirements.

Employer

DIRECT ENGINEERING & SITE SERVICES LTD

Address

UNIT 1-4 HIGHLAND VIEW

FOXWOOD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE

CHESTERFIELD

S41 9RN

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Training

Training provider

CHESTERFIELD COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

John Sheldon

sheldonr@chesterfield.ac.uk

01246 500500

Apprenticeship standard

General welder (arc processes)

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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