Sheet Metal Apprenticeship Level 2

  • Company: BRIDMET LTD
  • Location: BRADPOLE, DT6 3UX
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £16,575.00 per year
  • Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
  • Ref: NAS-2000016442
  • Application Deadline Date: 31/03/2026
  • Start Date: 01/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: 37.5 hours, worked over 5 days (TBC). Between 7:30am – 4pm.

Brief Description

At Bridmet, we believe in creating opportunities and building future talent. Our Sheet Metal Apprenticeships combine paid training with hands-on experience, giving you the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a rewarding career in engineering and manufacturing.

Training to be Provided

The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance 2 a day at college a week for the 1st year. 


This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship qualification (ST0537) standard. 


On completion, the apprentice will receive a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship qualification (ST0537).

Future Prospects

The idea behind running an active and ongoing Apprenticeship program is to invest in people and provide sustainable employment within our locality and develop and grow a skilled workforce for the future. On completion, you will be well-positioned to continue your career within the production team.

Vacancy Detail


  • Always working safely, following health & safety and environmental legislation

  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, adhering to specified dimensions and tolerances

  • Rotate through the Profiling, Material Prep, Folding and quality departments

  • Use a wide variety of precision measuring equipment

  • Using testing equipment for quality checks

  • Monitor and maintain machinery for efficiency

  • Diagnose machine or tool malfunctions and determine required adjustments or repairs

  • Communicate and engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders

  • Work inclusively with your team and across the wider organisation

  • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement

  • Attend careers or STEM events to support young people’s futures

Other Information

You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. In some cases, you may be required to have a telephone interview with Yeovil College prior to your application being passed on. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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