Job vacancies: Welder Fabricator Apprentice - Rotherham
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Welder Fabricator Apprentice - Rotherham
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
IMMEDIATE SUPERIOR/MANAGER: Maintenance
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
To support the fabrication and welding team while completing an apprenticeship programme, gaining the practical skills, technical knowledge and safe working practices needed to become a competent welder fabricator. The apprentice will learn how to manufacture, assemble and repair metal components and structures to specification, quality standards and production deadlines.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Learn and assist with fabrication and welding activities under the guidance of experienced colleagues.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, job sheets and work instructions.
- Prepare materials, measure, mark out, cut, drill, grind and assemble components.
- Develop skills in welding processes such as MIG, TIG and MMA, depending on business requirements.
- Carry out basic quality checks to ensure finished work meets specification.
- Use tools, machinery and equipment safely and correctly, carrying out routine checks before use.
- Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working area, including correct storage of materials and equipment.
- Follow all health, safety, quality and environmental procedures at all times.
- Attend college, training sessions and assessments as required by the apprenticeship programme.
- Work positively as part of a team and communicate any issues, faults or delays to the supervisor.
Measure of Effectiveness
1. Full compliance to all H&S procedures.
2. Complete college courses, training and assessments to the required standards
3. Demonstrate practical skills on site to Maintenance Managers
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:
- A minimum of 4 or 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English, typically at Grade 4/C or above.
- Science, Design Technology or a related technical subject is advantageous.
- A genuine interest in welding, fabrication or manufacturing is essential.
- Ability to meet the entry requirements of the relevant apprenticeship standard and training provider.
- Any relevant school, college
More on Gov UK: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC2000034980
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Details
Location: Rotherham
1/7/2026
Contract: Apprentice
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Meadows Road, Brookfield Park
Manvers, Wath Upon Dearne
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S63 5DJ
Tel: 01709 511 666
Fax: 01709 517 333
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