Apprentice Fabricator

The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out metal fabrication work using sheet metal, handtools and automated equipment.

Work includes manufacturing sheet metal enclosures and ductwork. The size and weight of the fabrications can range from components that can easily be picked up by hand, to larger structures that require lifting equipment to move.

In their daily work, the apprentice will be interacting with the production planner, supervisors, inspectors, designers, stores personnel, painters and many others involved in manufacturing, production.

An employee in this occupation will be responsible for the quality and accuracy of their own work whilst ensuring it conforms to a relevant specification, such as an engineering drawing or an international standard. Fabricators are also responsible for the health, safety and environmental (HS&E) protection of themselves and others around them.

Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, organisational and environmental requirements.

The Apprentice will learn the following:

Plan and prepare for the METAL fabrication activities before commencing work Check materials conform to the specified grades, dimensions and thicknesses identified on detailed engineering drawings. Use the correct methods for the moving and handling resources and materials Set up, check AND adjust the equipment for use in the safe and reliable fabrication of METAL products or components and maintaining the equipment in a reliable and safe condition throughout Interpret technical drawings, patterns, templates and specifications to mark out, produce and assemble complex fabricated products to meet the required specification and quality requirements Use appropriate tools, equipment and techniques to shape and form (HOT or COLD) metal materials, demonstrating and applying knowledge of material properties and characteristics throughout. Monitor resources and activities throughout the fabrication of products or components, identifying areas for improving the production process where possible Cutting, drilling, shaping and preparing METAL materials during fabrication activities using manual and power tools, thermal and laser cutting, as required calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments/equipment Operate appropriate tools and equipment to join metal parts using a range of mechanical fasteners and fixing techniques required by the specifications appropriate to the fabrication activity being carried out and in accordance with approved joining procedures and quality requirements Carry out quality checks on component parts and completed assemblies

Training:
Level 3 Metal fabricator standard End point assessment

Training Outcome:
Full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship Excellent career propsects as a time served sheet metal worker / fabricator

Employer Description:
Bell Ventilation Services Ltd are based in the Blyth. Manufacturing and Installing all aspects of Ductwork from Galvanised to Stainless Steel. Also approved in the manufacture and Installation of Fire Rated Ductwork.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday between 7.30am - 3.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working