Apprentice Metal Fabricator

Summary

Southampton Engineering Training Association (SETA) is supporting Precision Fabrications Andover to recruit Metal Fabricator Apprentices to join the team and develop within the organisation. Learn to cut, bend, weld & assemble metal components for a variety of industries ranging from Automotive, Construction, Medical, Electrical & Agricultural.

Wage

£15,704 a year

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Pay will increase from year 2 of the apprenticeship to £22,880 (from £7.55 an hour to £11 an hour). The company may occasionally offer a % bonus of pay depending on performance each year.

Training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Hours

7am to 4pm Monday to Thursday 7am to 1pm Friday.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

2

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

Our 4 Year Apprenticeship Programme will see you develop both technically and personally. Gaining hands-on experience using tools & machinery while developing skills for a rewarding career in engineering & manufacturing, with the majority of your first year spent at SETA training centre in Southampton completing some of the following training:

Foundational knowledge units including General Safety and Statutory Requirements
Specialist Welding & Fabrication training including:

MMA Welding
MIG, MAG and Fluxed Cored Arc Welding
TIG Welding
Sheet Metal Work
1 Day a week will be dedicated to the delivery of a BTEC Level 3 in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Once you’re equipped with your foundation knowledge, you’ll join our friendly team on-site for Year 2 and 3 where you’ll work alongside our teams and start gaining valuable hands-on experience and training to further your understanding and start applying what you’ve learnt. You’ll be assigned a mentor, who will oversee your development and training.

Where you’ll work

UNIT 9
NORTH WAY
ANDOVER
SP10 5AZ

Training

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

College or training organisation

SOUTHAMPTON ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED (THE)

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

Our Apprentices will undertake a Metal Fabricator, Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard. This will include a full-time period of practical workshop based ‘off-the-job’ training at SETA in Southampton.

You will also begin a technical certificate (depending on your prior attainments) where you will be required to attend SETA one day a week over two academic years. After your initial training at SETA, you will be with your employer working on developing your skills in relation to your job role. And will be working towards your End Point Assessment.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C/4-5)
Maths (grade C/5)

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
Mechanical Aptitude

Other requirements

Our Apprentice/s will be based at Andover, but candidates will be required to travel to SETA in Southampton for 20 weeks during the first year of the apprenticeship, and for day-release courses for the remainder of the first year as well as the second year. Full training will be given but we expect our Apprentices to maintain our rigorous standards.

About this company

At Precision Fabrications Andover, we provide high-performance sheet metal fabrication, combining state-of-the-art technology, expert craftsmanship, and industry-leading precision to meet the most demanding project requirements. Our advanced facility is fully equipped to handle complex fabrication challenges with unrivalled accuracy and efficiency, offering: ✅ Comprehensive In-House Capabilities: 🔹 Laser Cutting & Punch Press – High-speed, precision cutting for intricate and large-scale projects 🔹 Press Brakes & CNC Machining – Superior forming and machining for exceptional detail and consistency 🔹 TIG & MIG Welding – Professional-grade welding for durability, strength, and reliability ✅ Premium Finishing & Coating Services: 🔹 Galvanized Coatings – Enhanced corrosion protection 🔹 Anodising – Superior wear resistance and aesthetic appeal 🔹 Wet Spray & Powder Coating – Long-lasting, high-quality finishes ✅ Certified Quality & Compliance: 🔹 ISO 9001:2015 Certified – Rigorous quality management and continuous improvement 🔹 BS EN 1090 Execution Class 2 – Structural elements up to 15 floors 🔹 ISO 14001 Certified – Commitment to environmentally responsible manufacturing ✅ Diverse Material Capabilities: We fabricate with a wide range of metals, handling maximum thicknesses of: 🔹 Mild Steel – 25mm 🔹 Stainless Steel – 20mm 🔹 Aluminium – 16mm 🔹 Brass – 10mm 🔹 Copper – 8mm ✅ Advanced 3D CAD Design & Engineering: • Our experienced CAD design specialists optimize projects for maximum precision, efficiency, and performance, ensuring flawless execution from concept to completion

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After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Metal Fabricator apprenticeship, the candidate will have the opportunity to progress into a more senior role, taking full responsibility for fabricating products independently.
With proven leadership and consistent results, further career paths such as estimating, design, or management may be explored based on individual strengths.
As the company expands over the next few years with a new factory, advanced equipment, and ongoing employee upskilling, numerous opportunities for growth will be available.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOUTHAMPTON ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED (THE)

Southampton Engineering Training Association (SETA)

Recruitment@seta-training.co.uk

023 8077 1908

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000315947.

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Closes on Friday 1 August 2025

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