**First Year Apprenticeship**
What We Are Looking For
· Enthusiasm for engineering and fabrication
· Willingness to take direction
· Good attention to detail and practical skills
· GCSE's in Maths, English and Engineering
· Reliable, punctual and a team player
What We Offer
· Full training and support through an apprenticeship program
· Mentorship from skilled fabricators and welders
· Career progression opportunities
· Friendly and supportive working environment
General Role
* To support the workshop and service with all welding, fabrication and body repairs
* To follow the standard procedure for installation and general repairs.
* To provide guidance and support for co -workers.
Relationships and Personal Activities
· Workshop Manager
· Production and Workshop output
· Quality and compliance of workshop activities
· Health & safety compliance
· Internal and external clients, suppliers, employees and management team.
What you will learn
* Strip down, refurb and assembling vehicle components using a build manual as a guide
* Use of hand tools and portable power tools, such as drills, riveters, air-line tools, plasma cutters, and welding apparatus
* Fabricate chassis and body components, and other equipment according to specified procedures.
* Constructs and repair metal truck bodies and trailers according to specifications, using hand tools and power tools: Lays out dimensions on metal stock, such as sheet metal and angle iron, using square, rule, and punch
* Weld new assemblies working from technical drawings
* Operate machinery as trained – Forklift trucks, cutting, drilling, and grinding equipment
* May spray or brush paint, primer, or protective coating on metal surfaces and painting of fabricated brackets.
* Maintain and work within the company's health and safety standards.
* Accurate completion of time sheets, job sheets and all other documentation within the job role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £7.55 per hour
Expected hours: 44 per week
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Chorley PR7 3BL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person