Apprentice Metal Fabricator at Scws Limited

S.C.W.S. (Holdings) Limited; Dereham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in steel fabrication is seeking dedicated apprentices to join their team in Dereham. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in MIG and TIG welding while working in a dynamic workshop environment. Over three years, apprentices will receive comprehensive training and support to achieve a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering. With a focus on career progression, you will have the chance to explore various specialisms and potentially advance into workshop management. If you're eager to learn and grow in a thriving company, this apprenticeship could be your perfect start.

Qualifications

• Completion of Metal Fabricator Level 3 Apprenticeship over 3 years.
• Training in MIG and TIG welding and assembly of parts.

Responsibilities

• Training in MIG and TIG welding and maintenance of production plant.
• Assembly of parts into building elements as per drawings.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Metal fabrication

Assembly skills

Education

EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Fabrication plant

Job description

One of Dereham’s largest employers, SCWS has been providing high quality steel fabrication across the UK for over 50 years. Our workshop can produce up to 300 tonnes of steel per week.

Opportunities:

• Opportunities to further career in any of our specialisms dependent on competencies shown.
• Opportunities exist to move throughout our workshop and maintenance departments and eventually into workshop management.

Daily tasks will include:

Plater/Welder:

• Training in MIG and TIG welding.
• Assembly of parts into building elements in accordance with drawings.
• Maintenance of production plant.
• Training in use of all fabrication plant.
• You will report to the Works Manager.

Metal Fabricator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

• The successful applicant will attend day release at the College of West Anglia Kings Lynn campus over a period of 3 years to achieve the knowledge, skills, and behaviours as identified in the Metal Fabricator standard and assessment plan.
• The apprentice will also complete a portfolio of evidence to support this.
• Within 3 months of completing the required competences, necessary practical skills, and knowledge they will be supported by the college and the employer to complete the endpoint assessment.
• The mandatory qualification for this will be an EAL Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge).

Working Hours:

Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.00pm and Friday, 7.30am - 3.00pm. 30-minute lunch each day.