Apprentice Fabricator

PENZANCE DRY DOCK (2009) LTD

CORNWALL, TR18 4WB

Closes in 22 days (Friday 22 November at 11:59pm)

Posted on 29 October 2024

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Summary

We are seeking a motivated/enthusiastic Apprentice Fabricator to join our team at Penzance Dry Dock. This apprenticeship is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the shipbuilding and ship repair industry. You will gain hands-on experience in welding, fabricating components, working with welding/forming equipment.

Annual wage
£13,312 a year

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Competitive apprenticeship salary with incremental increases based on performance and progression.

Training course
Metal fabricator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday between 8.00am - 5.00pm.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 11 December

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

3

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Analyse plans, drawings, work samples, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirements and sequence of welding assignments/techniques.
  • Utilise power presses, punches, and other welding and forming equipment.
  • Follow safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Where you’ll work

PENZANCE DRY DOCK

WHARF ROAD

PENZANCE

CORNWALL

TR18 4WB

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

CORNWALL MARINE NETWORK LIMITED

Your training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Work safely at all times, comply with health & safety legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
  • Comply with environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
  • Obtain, check and use the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation).
  • Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity.
  • Undertake the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment.
  • Carry out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment.
  • Deal promptly and effectively with problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel.
  • Complete any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity.
  • Restore the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location.
  • Identify and follow correct Metal work instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
  • Mark out using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Cut and form Metal for the production or maintenance of fabricated products.
  • Produce and assemble Metal products to required specification and quality requirements.
  • Identify and follow correct joining instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
  • Carry out the relevant preparation before starting the joining fabrication activity.
  • Set up, check, adjust and use joining and related equipment.
  • Weld joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements.

    • Your training plan

    Cornwall Marine Network are providing high quality apprenticeship training at the Penzance Dy Dock, offering fantastic opportunities for enthusiastic individuals to join a highly skilled team of fabricators.

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • Maths and English (grade 4 or above)

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • GCSE Technical qualification (grade 4 or above)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Problem solving skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Logical
    • Team working
    • Patience

    Other requirements

    Use internal cranes and slinging methods for material handling. Maintain and care for tools and equipment, ensuring they are in good working condition.

    About this company

    Penzance Dry Dock provides specialist engineering solutions in dry dock and steelwork, maintenance and ship repair. Penzance Dry Dock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

    https://www.penzancedrydock.com/ (opens in new tab)

    Company benefits

    Comprehensive training and development program. Opportunity to work on exciting, challenging projects. Gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic industry.

    After this apprenticeship

    Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    CORNWALL MARINE NETWORK LIMITED

    Carol Churcher

    carol.churcher@cornwallmarine.net

    07375924249

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000284589.

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    Closes in 22 days (Friday 22 November at 11:59pm)

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