Sheetmetal Worker Level 3 Apprentice
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Company: SOUTH SHORE METAL FABRICATIONS LTD
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Location: FY4 4QQ
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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-2000022944
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Application Deadline Date: 15/04/2026
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Start Date: 05/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday – Friday 08:00 to 16:30
Brief Description
The apprentice will work with time served sheet metal workers and fabricators, learning essential skills such as measuring, cutting, bending, welding and shaping sheet metal, also assisting with installing fabricated items on sites throughout the UK.
Future Prospects
Initially, to progress within the company and become a fully qualified Sheetmetal Worker.
Once qualified and with experience, possibility of taking the lead role on specific contracts, also assisting with the training of future apprentices/new employees.
Vacancy Detail
Full in-house training and day release at Blackpool & the Fylde College on an apprenticeship course, leading to:
- Typical fabrications include stainless steel catering equipment & associated products, s/steel bars and food counters and all general metal fabrications
- To undertake MIG & TIG welding to a high standard as specified (and if required)
- Fabricate and work to CAD drawings & engineers’ instructions
- To work in accordance with instructions and approved codes of practice
- Safe operation of plasma, band saw, circular saw, press brake, guillotine, punch, notcher, welding plants, hand & power tools and any other items used in the day to day production
- To work under own initiative and seek guidance if help is required
- Provide input on improving production techniques/efficiencies
- Identify training needs to enable you to carry out your job role efficiently and safely
- Liaise at all levels, with colleagues, managers & customers
- Ensure job materials & equipment are correctly used
- Take responsibility for equipment
- Take responsibility for individual health & safety, as well as the health & safety of your colleagues
- Any other duties as required
- Apprentices may be asked to assist skilled workers with installations on Customer’s sites throughout the UK