Apprentice Window Fitter (36122)

Summary

SG Window Systems Ltd is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic apprentice to work alongside their experienced installers in the Wigan area and learn the art of fenestration installation.

Wage: £14,560 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Training course: Fenestration installer (level 2)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 3 March
Duration: 2 years
Positions available: 5

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

You will be paired up with an experienced installer and given full training on how to fit:

Bi-folding Doors
UPVC Windows
UPVC Doors
Composite Doors
You will be using a variety of different tools, including hand and power tools

You will ensure that the new windows fit the space available, enlarging or reducing the space if necessary. We currently work on newbuild sites therefore removal of old windows is rare.

Due to the varied working locations involved with this role, the company has a number of designated pick up points across the wigan area at the following postcodes: WN7 3ED, WN2 4PA, WA3 3WL, WN7 1NX, WN7 4RF

Training will be given on correct installation methods in line with building safety regulations, and Health and Safety regulations. You will also undertake your fenestration installation apprenticeship standard for the duration of your apprenticeship.

The work can involve working at heights, using ladders and scaffolding, and some heavy lifting so please be aware of this when applying for the position.

You will be working indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.

There may be some working away from home which the company will explain further at the interview.

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 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

Where you’ll work

12 DOUGLAS PARK

ATHERTON

MANCHESTER

M46 9EE

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

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

Your training course

Fenestration installer (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Comply with Health and Safety regulations, standards and guidance.
Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Comply with industry regulations, standards and guidance.
Read, interpret, review risk assessments, implement control measures.
Use traditional or digital written methods to communicate with others.
Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
Plan order of works, carry out pre-installation checks.
Prepare and maintain a safe working area.
Select, check and use hand and power tools and equipment.
Move, handle and store materials, including loading and unloading of vehicles.
Identify, install and remove temporary support requirements.
Remove existing fenestration products.
Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance, recycling and disposal.
Read and interpret information from manufacturers guidance and other sources, for example from drawings, specifications, digital documents or work instructions.
Prepare the frame for installation for example handles, hinges, locks, hardware, trickle vents or frame extensions.
Position and fix the frame in the opening ensuring level, plumb and square.
Position and install sashes.
Position and install, glazing and any infill materials into the frame.
Measure, cut, drill and fix trims.
Apply external seals for moisture and air penetration. For example, wet sealants, tapes, membranes and any associated products.
Interim inspection work and rectify or report any work that is incorrect or incomplete.
Complete final inspections and workplace documentation.
Complete a customer or site manager handover.
Check and use working at height equipment for example steps, ladders, hop-ups, and podiums.
Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning opportunities and development activities.
Carry out internal and external finishing for example making good any damage, priming, sealing, trimmings, mouldings, backer rod or foam, scribing, trimmings, flashings, perimeter pressings and cladding.
Prepare openings for installation.
Comply with Health and Safety regulations, standards and guidance.
Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Comply with industry regulations, standards and guidance.
Read, interpret, review risk assessments, implement control measures.
Use traditional or digital written methods to communicate with others.
Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
Plan order of works, carry out pre-installation checks.
Prepare and maintain a safe working area.
Select, check and use hand and power tools and equipment.
Move, handle and store materials, including loading and unloading of vehicles.
Identify, install and remove temporary support requirements.
Remove existing fenestration products.
Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance, recycling and disposal.
Read and interpret information from manufacturers guidance and other sources, for example from drawings, specifications, digital documents or work instructions.
Prepare the frame for installation for example handles, hinges, locks, hardware, trickle vents or frame extensions.
Position and fix the frame in the opening ensuring level, plumb and square.
Position and install sashes.
Position and install, glazing and any infill materials into the frame.
Measure, cut, drill and fix trims.
Apply external seals for moisture and air penetration. For example, wet sealants, tapes, membranes and any associated products.
Interim inspection work and rectify or report any work that is incorrect or incomplete.
Complete final inspections and workplace documentation.
Complete a customer or site manager handover.
Check and use working at height equipment for example steps, ladders, hop-ups, and podiums.
Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning opportunities and development activities.
Carry out internal and external finishing for example making good any damage, priming, sealing, trimmings, mouldings, backer rod or foam, scribing, trimmings, flashings, perimeter pressings and cladding.
Prepare openings for installation.

Your training plan

Fenestration Installer Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 3)
Maths (grade 3)

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
Number skills
Team working
Safety conscious
Enthusiastic
Confident
Well presented
Reliable
Excellent timekeeping

About this company

SG Window Systems Ltd are a Professional Window Door Company We created our business to provide customers with the highest quality UPVC doors and windows on the market and are currently working on approximately 100 newbuild sites for all major house builders across North West.

After this apprenticeship

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000299431.

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