Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
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Company: FARREL LIMITED
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Location: Rochdale, OL11 2PF
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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-1000331901
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Application Deadline Date: 15/04/2026
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Start Date: 16/04/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Thursday, 8.30am to 4.00pm. Friday, 8.30am to 3.00pm.
Brief Description
As a fitter, you'll install components, major equipment, and machinery This will involve detailed and precise alignment techniques with minimum tolerance to demonstrate a successful build. You will be trained to assemble, install and maintain complex machinery, learn to read engineering drawings, and to use a wide range of tools.
Training to be Provided
Training will be on-site at Rochdale Training for the first year of your apprenticeship.
Future Prospects
Candidates who show the right attitudes and behaviours will be supported to progress and study to NVQ Level 4 or higher.
Vacancy Detail
- Supporting colleagues with product machining, assembly and testing
- Work enthusiastically to accept the necessary training required in all areas
- Producing components using a range of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drilling machines and grinding. All manual machines
- To gain familiarity with the range of company products and processes
- To work safely at all times, following all company safety rules and maintaining a tidy work area. The wearing of appropriate PPE at all times is essential
On qualifying the position will include servicing and repairing clients’ equipment, from heavy plant machinery to other general mechanical work. Working on-site and on occasion as required off-site at customer premises, located worldwide.