Metal fabricator Apprentice (Astley)

General Description

The fabrication apprentice will work with time served fabricators and welders in the production of industrial and commercial signage. You will work towards a level 3 qualification in metal fabrication.

Main Duties

The fabrication apprentice will work with time served fabricators and welders in the production of industrial and commercial signage.

• The apprentices will be trained in how to use specialist tools and equipment in the workshop.
• The apprentices will mark off, measure, cut and bend using various cutting and forming tools and equipment
• The apprentices will learn how to read drawings, select steel and prepare materials before commencing work
• The apprentices will learn how to check materials; typically dimensions and thicknesses
• The apprentices will interpret technical drawings, patterns, templates and specifications to mark out, produce and assemble complex fabricated products to meet the required specification and quality requirements
• The apprentices will cut, drill, shape and preparing metal materials during fabrication activities using manual and power tools as required calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments/equipment

Desired Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working

Personal Qualities

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working

Desired Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent English Language or English Literature (Grade 4/C or above) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) essential

Future Prospects

Full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship