Fabricator / welder apprentice

Description

Job description:

Qualter Hall & Co are looking for a Fabricator / welder apprentice to complete a level 3 metal fabricator apprenticeship. They are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to develop a range of fabrication skills in order to become part of the Production Team at  the Barnsley site which offers bespoke Manufacturing and Machining.

Role & responsibilities:

When competent the candidate will work to accurately fabricate a range of standard and bespoke fabricated steel products to appropriate quality standards in-line with customer requirements and/or company standards in the most effective manner. Competently operate a range of fabrication equipment including MIG/TIG welding, plasma cutting, rolling, flattening, straightening, weld preparation and hand grinding equipment.

During your apprenticeship you will be expected to gain an understanding of the following.

• General engineering/manufacturing methods, techniques
• Understanding and interpreting relevant engineering/manufacturing data and documentation in order to complete their job role
• Understanding the different roles and functions in the organisation and how they interact
• Obtaining, checking and using the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation)
• Working safely at all times, complying with health, safety and environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements
• Planning and where applicable obtaining all the resources required to undertake the work activity
• Focus on quality and problem solving; follow instructions and guidance, demonstrate attention to detail, follow a logical approach to problem solving and seek opportunities to improve quality, speed and efficiency
• Continuous personal development; reflect on skills, knowledge and behaviours and seek opportunities to develop, adapt to different situations, environments or technologies and have a positive attitude to feedback and advice

Skills required:

• Problem solving
• Good communication skills
• Able to use own initiative

Personal qualities the candidate must have:

• Attention to detail
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Good organisation skills

Employer description:

Since 1860, Qualter Hall has demonstrated engineering excellence and innovation both within the UK and Worldwide from its head office in South Yorkshire. Initially servicing the mining industry, the company has evolved to deliver solutions for the Nuclear; Bridge, Ports & Waterways, Flood control gates and barriers, Specialist Manufacturing, Shipyard presses and the management of all aspects of site works.

With over 100 dedicated employees, Qualter Hall is proud to continue its history of excellence in design and manufacture, with the expertise to provide comprehensive engineering solutions across a multitude of industry sectors.

Things to consider:

During the first year you will be required to attend the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre in Sheffield, full time for an initial block of study. You will return to your workplace one Friday per month. After the initial block training you will attend the AMRC Training Centre for one day a week to undertake the knowledge study. The remaining four days will be spent in company learning on the job.

Please note the AMRC Training Centre reserves the right to close applications ahead of the published closing date.

Qualification Requirements:

Advanced Apprenticeships entry requirements

You will need both of the following:

• GCSE English language C or 4 or above
• GCSE Maths C or 4 or above.

Applicants are also required to successfully complete a series of assessments at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre, as well as an employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.