Apprentice Fabricator

Newfield Fabrications Co Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fabrication is seeking apprentices to join their experienced team. This apprenticeship offers hands-on training in various engineering tasks, including operating machinery and ensuring quality production. Candidates will gain diverse skills through rotations in laser cutting, powder coating, and robotic welding, leading to a full qualification.

Qualifications

• Candidates will learn to operate, inspect, and maintain tools and machinery.
• Training will include quality assurance and compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and maintain tools and machinery.
• Ensure the production of quality products following Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Operating tools and machinery

Quality assurance

Health and Safety compliance

Education

Level 3 Metal Fabricator standard

Job description

Newfield Fabrication, a well-established company with a 60-year track record, is seeking apprentices to join their highly experienced team. During National Apprenticeship Week 2025, the firm was awarded the New Apprenticeship Employer of the Year at Cheshire College – South & West’s annual awards, recognizing their comprehensive training program and support for future welders.

About the Company

Newfield’s work is used globally across industries such as automotive, defence, nuclear, and power generation. They offer services including fabrication, engineering and design, robotic welding, CNC machining, and laser cutting. Recognized as an industry leader, they partner with companies like Caterpillar, JCB, Scania, and Leyland Trucks. Their Sandbach premises feature cutting-edge equipment, providing an ideal environment for apprenticeships. The company invests heavily in technology and has team members with decades of experience, committed to passing on their knowledge.

Qualifications and Certifications

The company is accredited to ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and holds welding certifications to ISO 9606-1 and BS EN ISO 15614-1.

Company Mission

To exceed customer expectations by providing high-quality, value-for-money support and service through innovation, continual investment in technology, people, and processes.

Apprenticeship Details

Successful candidates will become full-time, skilled team members after completing their apprenticeship. Reporting to the Safety & Training Manager, apprentices will undertake various engineering tasks within fabrication, including:

1. Operating, inspecting, and maintaining tools and machinery
2. Setting up and adjusting machinery
3. Ensuring the production of quality products
4. Following Health and Safety regulations

Apprentices will have opportunities to rotate through different parts of the business, including laser cutting, powder coating, and robotic welding, gaining diverse skills and experience.

Training Program

The apprenticeship follows a Level 3 Metal Fabricator standard, delivered by Cheshire College – South & West, leading to a full qualification.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday, 7:30 am – 4:30 pm; Friday, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm. Day shifts only.