Welding/Fabrication Engineer Apprentice Burnley, England
Job description
Apprenticeship summary
As an apprentice welder and fabricator you will be trained in all aspects of welding and fabrication.
During your apprenticeship you will work alongside our skilled workforce and gain knowledge of engineering materials. You will learn how to read engineering drawings, measure and mark out, and produce sheet metal components and assemblies to precision tolerances.
You will learn to do MIG/MAG and TIG welding and you will have the opportunity to experience various automated welding processes including robot welding, laser cutting technology and CNC LVD press brake procedures.
This is a ‘4 year’ apprenticeship where you will be expected to complete your BTEC Level 3 Engineering Diploma, with an option of studying for HNC in your final 2 years.
Benefits:
✓ Earn whilst you learn
✓ Receive a comprehensive employee benefits package
✓ Work with state-of-the-art machinery and equipment
✓ Work in modern facilities with a committed and supportive employer
✓ Gain a nationally recognised qualification
✓ Opportunities to progress and much more!
Requirements and prospects
Desired qualificationsA minimum of 4 GCSE’s at Grade 4 with a preference of Grade 5 in Maths, English and Science.
Future prospects
Qualifications on completion: Level 3 Diploma and a HNC.
About the employer
Fort Vale Engineering Limited is the world leader in the precision manufacture of valves and fittings for the transportation of bulk liquids in the tank container, road tanker and rail industries.
The transportation of gases and liquids by road, rail and sea must be safe and Fort Vale works with the industry and regulatory bodies so that the quality of its design, materials and manufacture ensures that first-class safety is a reality.
Address
Calder Vale Park,
Simonstone Lane,
Simonstone,
Burnley
BB12 7ND
