Apprentice Fabricator/Welder
- Employer: Morecheck
- Location: Preston
- Vacancy Ref: 00001526
- Weekly wage: £312.00
- Hours per week: 39
- Sector: Engineering
This vacancy is for an Apprentice Fabricator/Welder based in Preston.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out metal fabrication work using things such as rolled steel joists, columns, channels, steel plate and metal sheet etc.
Fabricators use a large range of metals including steel, aluminium and titanium at a range of thicknesses from 0.5mm up to over 20mm.
The successful candidate will train and become competent at welding, components and castings, learning to weld both MIG & TIG to a very high standard.
You will also be trained to learn:
- Basic engineering drawing.
- Measuring and marking out.
- Knowledge of engineering materials.
- Handling of engineering information.
Additional skills covered may include:
- Fitting using hand skills.
- Producing sheet metal components and assemblies using a range of welding techniques and principles.
Your job role will consist of different tasks such as:
- Welding components.
- Welding Castings.
- MIG and TIG.
Training to be provided
The apprentice will be working towards completing the Metal Fabricator Standard which will include the following:
- L3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
- L3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
- Functional skills in English, Maths (if not already achieved).
About Morecheck
Morecheck was established in 1992 as an engineering company for the paint mix, distribution and high viscosity application systems for the automotive industry.