Pipefitter Apprentice

ORBITAL WELDING SERVICES LIMITED

Birkenhead., CH41 1HE

Closes in 12 days (Tuesday 26 November)

Posted on 12 November 2024

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Summary

Join a busy, growing business and be part of an experienced team. Learn to Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipes to required shapes and sizes. Test pipe systems for leaks using pressure gauge kits. Secure pipes to structures with brackets, clamps, and welding equipment. Modify and maintain pipe systems and components as necessary.

Annual wage
£12,646.40 a year

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Salary to be reviewed in 12 months.

Training course
Engineering construction pipefitter (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm and Friday, 8.00am - 2.00pm

38 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 3 February

Duration

3 years

Positions available

2

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

  • Modify and Maintain Pipe Systems
  • Secure Pipes to structures with brackets
  • Test Pipe Systems for leaks using pressure gauge kits
  • Complying with Health and Safety 
  • Measure,cut,thread and ben pipes 

Where you’ll work

Vauxhall Ironworks

Beaufort Road

Birkenhead.

CH41 1HE

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

MARITIME + ENGINEERING COLLEGE NORTH WEST

Your training course

Engineering construction pipefitter (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Comply with appropriate health and safety, risk and quality requirements,
  • Correctly select and safely use tools and equipment for the fabrication, assembly, installation and decommissioning of pipework components and systems,
  • Plan, organise and undertake the fabrication, assembly, installation, maintenance and decommissioning of pipework components and systems,
  • Read, interpret and apply engineering drawing information,
  • Shape pipework components using hand and power tools to cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required tolerance, specification and standard,
  • Assemble and install pipework using the appropriate methods, techniques and equipment in accordance with the specification including welded, threaded, bolted and clamped jointing solutions,
  • Ensure the integrity of joints in accordance with specifications, in line with specified quality procedures and to precise tolerances,
  • Undertake the testing and inspection of the fabricated and/or installed pipework using the appropriate techniques,
  • Work with others and contribute to effective working relationships within an Engineering Construction environment,
  • Apply techniques for the temporary or permanent removal of an engineering construction piping related system or component,
  • Communicate by keeping others informed about work plans or activities which may affect them and seek assistance from others without causing undue disruption to normal work activities.

Your training plan

Engineering Construction Pipefitter Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard:

  • The Engineering College, Monks Ferry, Birkenhead, CH41 5LH
  • 1 Day per week Day Release Programme
  • As part of your day release programme you will completed Practical and Theory

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 or above)
  • Maths (grade 4 or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Science (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
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

The Apprentice may be required to work away from home on occasions. The work the apprentice will be carrying out could be outside.

About this company

Here at OWS, we pride ourselves on more than just precision welding and cutting-edge engineering solutions. We’re dedicated to building lasting relationships with our customers. Our service isn’t just about providing technical support; it’s about understanding your unique needs and delivering tailored solutions that exceed your expectations.

https://owsengineering.com/contact/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • OWS have a history of apprentices growing within the business and developing their skills further

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MARITIME + ENGINEERING COLLEGE NORTH WEST

Elaine Kerr

e.kerr@theengineeringcollege.co.uk

07770349902

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000287176.

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Closes in 12 days (Tuesday 26 November)

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Company’s application instructions

Please complete the online application form, state the company you are applying for which is OWS Engineering (Pipefitting Apprenticeship)