L3 Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship
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Company: HATHAWAY ROOFING LIMITED
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Location: DL14 9TL
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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-2000044934
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Application Deadline Date: 18/08/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 07:00 - 17:00
Brief Description
Hathaway Roofing are the UK’s leader in the design, manufacture and installation of industrial roof and wall cladding systems. With over 50 years of experience in the construction sector, the company has grown into one of the country’s leading envelope contractors, serving our valued client base nationwide with a £70 million turnover.
Training to be Provided
- As part of your apprenticeship, you will complete a structured programme of learning delivered in partnership with New College Durham
- You will spend a minimum of 20% of your working hours undertaking off-the-job training, which may include classroom-based learning, practical workshops, online study and workplace-based development
Future Prospects
- Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to the opportunity for permanent employment within the organisation, subject to business requirements, satisfactory performance, and the availability of suitable vacancies
- Successful candidates could go on to play an important role in supporting our future product manufacturing and development
Vacancy Detail
We have an excellent reputation in the marketplace with emphasis on strong design capability and successful management of complex project logistics.
The successful candidate will need to be dedicated, reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic with a genuine passion to develop a long-term career within a fabrication role.
Role:
- Sheet metalwork and fabrication, including welding and the use of fabrication machinery. Working with varied materials including Aluminum and Mild Steel
- Work towards the relevant qualifications of the apprenticeship with continued learning within the business including day release.
- Be guided through the whole process by a team of knowledgeable and committed specialists, with the aim of giving the apprentice the best chance to succeed
- Adhere to Company standards regarding behaviour and conduct.
- Work as part of a team in a shopfloor manufacturing environment
- Learn a wide range of skills and processes within the fabrication and manufacturing side of the business
- Follow correct procedures for the separation and disposal of waste and return all tools, materials, and equipment to their correct location after use, whilst maintaining a safe and clean working area
- Ensure effective and relevant information is communicated to colleagues to eliminate misunderstandings and ensure good working relationships are maintained
- To be an enthusiastic, positive, self-motivated, and proactive team member, committed to successfully achieving the goals and objectives of self, the team, and the company, via a team working approach
- Be willing and prepared to support and help fellow team members, be prepared to accept, and adopt new challenges and changes in plan
- Build effective working relationships with others
Other Information
Benefits Package * Salary in line with National Minimum Wage with a discretionary profit share reward scheme * 38 hour working week (Monday to Thursday 07.00 – 17.00) * 25 days paid annual leave plus Bank Holidays * Company pension * Private medical care