Apprentice Architectural Metal Welder/Fabricator
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Company: Metfabs
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Location: THORP ARCH, LS23 7FL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000044591
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Application Deadline Date: 14/08/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, detailed working hours to be discussed.
Brief Description
This is an excellent opportunity to learn a highly skilled trade while working on prestigious architectural metalwork projects. You will receive hands-on training in fabrication, welding, engineering drawings, workshop processes, and site installation techniques, developing the skills required for a career in the metalwork industry.
Training to be Provided
You will attend York College on a day release basis during college term time and the remainder of your training will take place in the workplace.
You will learn:
- Architectural metal fabrication techniques
- MIG and TIG welding processes
- Reading and interpreting fabrication drawings
- Material handling and workshop operations
- Quality control and finishing techniques
- Health and safety best practices
- Installation methods for architectural metalwork
- Industry-standard fabrication and welding skills
Future Prospects
Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to an ongoing position as a Fabricator/Welder with opportunities for further training, coded welding qualifications, site installation work, and career progression within Metfabs.
Vacancy Detail
Key responsibiities:
- Assist in the manufacture of bespoke architectural metalwork including staircases, balustrades, balconies, handrails, and structural steelwork
- Learn MIG and TIG welding techniques under supervision
Read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication details - Use hand tools, power tools, and workshop machinery safely and effectively
- Measure, cut, prepare, and assemble metal components
- Assist with grinding, finishing, and polishing metalwork to a high standard
- Support experienced fabricators with workshop and site-based projects
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
- Follow all health and safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE
- Attend college training as part of the apprenticeship programme
What We're Looking For
- Genuine interest in engineering, fabrication, or welding
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good practical and problem-solving skills
- Reliable with excellent timekeeping
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Commitment to completing an apprenticeship qualification
- Desirable experience of using hand tools or working on practical projects and/or CAD or technical drawing knowledge
Other Information
- Please ensure you are able to travel to our premises; public transport may not be available to our location