Apprentice Draughtsperson
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Company: DPL FABRICATIONS LIMITED
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Location: CH62 4SQ
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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-2000046312
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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, 08:00 - 16:30. Friday, 08:00 - 15:30. Flexible hours.
Brief Description
DPL Fabrications Ltd are seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Tekla Draughtsman to join our Design Office and develop a career within structural steel detailing. You will receive full training in Tekla Structures while gaining hands-on experience producing 3D models and fabrication drawings for live projects.
Future Prospects
- Possible progression onto full draughtsman / senior roles.
Vacancy Detail
- Learn to produce accurate 3D structural steel models using Tekla Structures.
- Assist in the preparation of fabrication, assembly and general arrangement drawings.
- Interpret structural and architectural drawings under the guidance of senior designers.
- Produce material schedules, NC data and drawing packages for manufacture.
- Liaise with project managers, engineers and the fabrication workshop to ensure designs are practical and buildable.
- Incorporate design revisions and maintain drawing records throughout project lifecycles.
- Develop an understanding of structural steel detailing, fabrication processes and industry standards.
- Support the Design Office with general engineering and drawing-related tasks.