Fenestration Fabrication Apprentice (36113)

Summary

G M Windows and Doors has an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join their experienced team of fabricators. The successful candidate will be mentored to become fully skilled and qualified.

Wage

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

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Training course

Fenestration installer (level 2)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 14 April 2025

Duration

2 years

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

Duties include but are not limited to:

On a day-to-day basis as an apprentice, you will be doing the following:

• Working independently or as part of a team
• Follow fabrication/assembly manuals from set out to completion
• Learn how to fabricate to the specifications set out by our various system suppliers
• Learn techniques to enable you to fabricate the product to a high standard that meets our client’s requirements
• General housekeeping & work area cleanliness
• Loading, unloading, and general labouring
• General Health & Safety
• Health and Safety rules and regulations

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship:
On successful completion of your Level 2 Fenestration qualification, if you show the correct skills and abilities, you will have the opportunity to progress onto a full-time position and possibly a Level 3 apprenticeship.
We are looking to invest our knowledge, skills, and time in the right person. This position has the potential to develop into a successful career for the right candidate with the position growing within the company.

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 within two working days 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

Unit 1
Weston Street
Bolton
BL3 2SB

Training

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

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

Full apprenticeship training provided, working towards an Intermediate Level Apprenticeship gaining a Level 2 Fenestration Installation qualification.

Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.

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
Number skills
Good practical skills
Safety conscious
Able to measure and calculate
Enthusiasm
Confidence
Reliable
Excellent timekeeping
Drive and determination

About this company

At G M Windows & Doors, you can rely on expert installation by a team of professionals who truly care about the work they provide their valued customers. If you’re looking for quality window and door installation across Bolton and the greater Manchester area at a reasonable price, this is the team you can count on for exceptional service. Home is where you build a future and create memories that last a lifetime. That’s why it is so important to make sure every aspect of your home will stand the test of time for you and your loved ones.

After this apprenticeship

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

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000308107.

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Closes tomorrow (Friday 4 April 2025)

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