Fenestration Fabrication Apprentice

City Aluminium Shopfronts NW Ltd; Tameside; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A local aluminium fabrication company in Tameside is offering an apprenticeship position aimed at becoming skilled in fabrication. Candidates will receive full training in Lean manufacturing and the opportunity to earn an NVQ in Fenestration. Successful completion may lead to a full-time role. Ideal candidates will be reliable, safety conscious, and possess good practical skills.

Qualifications

• Reliable and safety conscious.
• Physical fitness is beneficial.
• Enthusiastic and committed.

Responsibilities

• Work independently or as part of a team.
• Follow fabrication and assembly manuals.
• Learn techniques to meet client specifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Number skills

Logical thinking

Good practical skills

Excellent timekeeping

Education

GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English (Grade A C / 9 - 4)

Job description

About this opportunity

City Aluminium Shopfront NW Ltd has an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join their experienced team of fabricators. You will be supported in becoming fully skilled and qualified in this industry.

Duties include but are not limited to :

On a day-to-day basis as an apprentice, you will be doing the following :

• Working independently or as part of a team
• Follow fabrication / assembly manuals from set out to completion
• Learn how to fabricate to the specifications set out by our various system suppliers
• Learn techniques to enable you to fabricate the product to a high standard that meets our client’s requirements
• General housekeeping & work area cleanliness
• Loading, unloading, and general labouring
• General Health & Safety
• Health and Safety rules and regulations

The training you will be getting

• Intermediate Standard Apprenticeship-Lean manufacturing Standard Level 2 with an NVQ in Fenestration.
• Functional Skills in English and maths (Level 1 / 2) where applicable

All aspects of your training will be delivered on-site with your employer. Your designated assessor will visit you regularly every six to eight weeks and monitor your progress throughout your apprenticeship program.

You will achieve a qualification in Lean manufacturing Standard Level 2 with an NVQ in Fenestration.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

On successful completion of your Lean manufacturing Standard Level 2 with an NVQ in Fenestration. if you show the correct skills and abilities, you will have the opportunity to progress onto a full‑time position.

We are looking to invest our knowledge, skills, and time in the right person. This position has the potential to develop into a successful career for the right candidate with the position growing within the company.

How you will be supported

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out :

• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there

If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade A C / 9 - 4) Desired but not essential

Personal Qualities

• Reliable
• Safety Conscious
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• Enthusiastic & committed

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Good practical skills
• Excellent timekeeping