Welding and Sheet Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship
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Company: BUCHER MUNICIPAL LIMITED
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Location: Surrey, RH4 1XF
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,176.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000015559
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Application Deadline Date: 07/04/2026
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Start Date: 03/08/2026
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Positions Available: 4
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Working Week: Monday to Friday on the double day shift, one week of earlies (5.45am to 1.45pm) and then one week of lates (2.15pm to 10.15pm).
Brief Description
WE WANT TO INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE. This apprenticeship will develop the skillset required to produce high quality, metal components and become a fully qualified Welder and Sheet Metal Fabricator. Apprentices are very important for the future of the company as we anticipate that they will take up key roles within the company in the future.
Training to be Provided
- Engineering Practical Skills Level 2
- Metal Fabricator Standard
- BTEC Level 3 in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Technical Knowledge) - Awarding organisation Pearsons; GLH 720
- In house training including manual handling, fire extinguisher and other associated training courses
Future Prospects
- Many of our apprentices have gone on to develop their careers with us through further education, some specialising and others moving into supervisory activities
- Apprentices are a key part of our business, and we look to maintain the skills learnt during the apprenticeship and to develop these further in future career paths within the organisation
Vacancy Detail
The component manufacturing department's responsibility is to cut, fold and weld parts and major fabrications in mild and stainless steel.
You will be taught to:
- Read and fully understanding engineering drawings
- Weld to a high commercial standard using both MIG and TIG processes
- Work in the laser cell, welding, stores and toolroom to gain experience in all areas associated with sheet metal
- Pressure and leak test fabrications
- Deliver high quality parts for painting and assembly
Other Information
You will be required to attend college for either 1 or 2 days a week. You will enhance your development and practice your skills learnt in a supportive environment in the Company with an experienced mentor.