Level 3 Metal Fabrication Apprentice

Summary

As part of our continued growth, we're looking for a motivated and hands-on Apprentice Metal Fabricator to join our team and learn the trade from the ground up. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience, develop new skills, and work alongside experienced staff in a real-world manufacturing environment.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Total: 37.5 hours per week

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

1

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

As an Apprentice Metal Fabricator, you will work closely with experienced fabricators and engineers to gain hands-on experience in all aspects of metal and acrylic fabrication.

This includes:

Assisting in the cutting, folding, welding, and assembly of aluminium and stainless-steel components
Helping to form 3D letters and fabricate sign trays using sheet metal and acrylic materials
Learning to use a variety of tools and machinery, including guillotines, folders, brake presses, welders, and CNC routers
Preparing materials through measuring, marking, and finishing to high tolerances
Participating in quality control checks to ensure final products meet company standards
Supporting the workshop team in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
Receiving structured on-the-job training and mentorship

Where you’ll work

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

Unit 7, Brewery Lane Industrial Estate, Gateshead, NE10 0EY
Unit 1A, The Yard at Mill Pit, Shiney Row, Houghton, DH4 4RA

Training

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

College or training organisation

NCG

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

4 days per week at EPOS Solutions Limited

1 day per week at Newcastle College

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
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working

About this company

We are a specialist manufacturer of high-quality signage, producing custom 3D letters, folded sign trays, and bespoke display solutions for clients across a wide range of industries. Working primarily with aluminium, stainless steel, and acrylic, we pride ourselves on precision craftsmanship and innovative design.

Company benefits

Earn a Level 3 Metal Fabrication qualification Successful apprentice could be offered permanent position upon completion of apprenticeship

After this apprenticeship

Full time position for the right candidate upon successful completion of apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NCG

Newcastle College

apprenticeships@ncl-coll.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000316927.

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Closes on Friday 30 May 2025

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