Apprentice Welder/Metal Fabricator x3

Summary

To work in conjunction with West Notts College to attain a qualification in metal fabrication (development & knowledge).

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm and Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm.

39 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 4 August 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

3

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Structure, properties and characteristics of common metals
Looking at typical problems which may arise
Approved diagnostic methods
Importance of using approved processes
How roles and functions in the organisation interact
The need to continually review fabrication and general engineering processes in work place meetings
Tools and techniques for cutting, shaping, assembling and finishing materials
Pattern development processes, tooling and equipment and cutting and forming techniques, tooling and equipment
Assembly, finishing and inspection techniques
Factors influencing selection of forming process and principles, procedures, and testing of different joint techniques
Using equipment associated with manual or mechanised joining techniques including maintenance and consumables
Effects of heating and cooling metals
How to interpret relevant engineering data and documentation
Attend college and produce work of a high standard
To adhere to the Job Pack information, including signing Job Pack forms
To refer to and follow the Company Personnel Instructions where appropriate
To remain on the job in a productive role
To assist the Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors
To listen to the mentors and develop skills
To inform Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors of any urgently required equipment
To inform Works Supervisor, Lead Operative and mentors of any concerns regarding parts/build/ people/equipment
To effectively maintain the tidiness, safety and cleanliness of the work areas
As required sign for the receipt of delivered goods, deliver goods to the required area, forward any signed paperwork to the Works Supervisor
Working closely with the Fabrications

Where you’ll work

A F Switchgear Limited
Nunn Brook Road
Sutton In Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 2HU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE

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.
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

Metal Fabricator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

This programme is delivered using a day release delivery model
This requires your attendance, one day per week at our engineering campus (NG17), during term time

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

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
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

About this company

Established in 1974, AF Switchgear specialises in the design, build and testing of bespoke LV distribution solutions. We have the building capacity, capabilities, and in-house expertise to meet all of your LV distribution requirements. AF Switchgear has a proven track record with 50 years of service and an annual turnover of approx £75 million. We manufacture: – LV Switchgear – Package Substations – Power Distribution Units (PDU) – Panel Boards – Tap-off Units (for Busbar systems) – Power Quality Solutions In addition to our products, we offer all of our customers effective service and support from a dedicated team. We can offer surveyance, maintenance, and a 24/7/365 call-out service for emergencies.

https://www.afswitchgear.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

At the end of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to progress into a full time, permanent role

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE

Ryan

apprenticeships@wnc.ac.uk

01623 900479

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000312431.

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Closes on Monday 21 July 2025

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