Airtrace Sheet Metal Ltd have a great opportunity for a Full Time - Trainee Welding Bay Assistant to join our successful, fast-paced team. We are looking for hardworking, reliable individuals who are interested in learning the skills to become a Skilled Welder/Fabricator. The position is a trainee role starting at minimum wage for your age which can continue to increase as you develop your new skills, with Airtrace support of on-the-job training to a potential earning of £30,000 plus.
Airtrace Sheet Metal are one of the UK's largest manufacturers of supply-only sheet metal ductwork. From our substantial manufacturing plant in East Sussex, we supply ductwork to contractors needing high-quality ductwork at a competitive price, with a fast turnaround. We specialise in the fabrication of sheet metal and ductwork for the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning industry, manufacturing to the highest standards.
Airtrace are committed to its employees and customers by providing Safety, Quality and Teamwork throughout our workshop and production.
Working Hours:
Late shift: 16.00 to paid at a rate of time and a quarter due to some hours being unsociable)
The position is working Monday to Friday and 1 in 4 Saturdays (via a rota).
Ongoing development:
Airtrace will continue to train you through our workshop positions all the way to Skilled Welder/Fabricator by:
* Teaching you the skills needed to become a welding bay assistant (with progression)
* Working as a team and helping skilled fabricators with tasks at hand.
* General workshop duties such as cutting, grinding and painting steel
* Operating various machinery including CNC bandsaws, Steel Punches, Pillar drills
* Working with other skilled staff members and learning from them, with on-the-job training.
* Adhering to Health & Safety Regulations
Your hourly rate will increase as your skills develop. More details will be shared at the interview stage.
Requirements:
* Attention to detail to ensure quality.
* Ability to follow Health and Safety regulations.
* Teamwork.
* Accurate measuring ability.
* Good numeracy skills.
* Experience of using a tape measure and other measuring devices.
* GCSE (or equivalent) in maths is preferred but not essential.
Company Benefits:
* Transparent Pay Structure
* Potential monthly bonus
* Potential monthly bolt-on pay packages for extra responsibilities.
* On-the-job training
* Qualifications & NVQ
* External Training – First Aid, Forklift Truck & Mental Health First Aid
* Eye test vouchers
* Health Surveillance
* Onsight First aided and MHFA.
* Monthly & Annual Staff Awards
* Generous annual leave allowance
* Pension Scheme (after a qualifying period)
* Confidential Counselling
* Car Park (limited spaces)
* Bike Racks
* Inhouse Canteen (subsidised)
* Complimentary tea & coffee
* Social events
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Starting Salary: £10.00-£12.21 per hour (minimum wage for your age)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £10.00-£12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 42 per week
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Canteen
* Company events
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Are you located in Eastbourne, or close by?
* What attracted you to apply for this position?
* What skills do you feel you could bring to the position?
Work Location: In person