Apprentice Plater (Metal Fabricator)

Work includes manufacturing bridges, oil rigs, ships, petro-chemical installations, cranes, platforms, aircraft, automotive and machinery parts, sheet metal enclosures, equipment supports, and anything that can be fabricated out of metal. Fabricators can work alone or in teams, in factories or on operational sites. Fabricators use a large range of metals including steel, aluminium and titanium at a range of thicknesses from 0.5mm up to over 20mm. The size and weight of the fabrications can range from components that can easily be picked up by hand, to massive structures that require several cranes to manipulate.

Training:

The apprenticeship follows a 3 year programme, with the first year spent off the job at CATCH in Stallingborough. This would be Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm.

The remainder of the apprenticeship is then completed onsite. Where you will be deployed out to PJD Client sites around the UK, with possible opportunities to work outside the UK if the need arises.

Training Outcome:

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.

 

You will have developed a variety of interchangeable skills and have an in depth understanding of manufacturing and processes.

Employer Description:
Engineered to deliver, From our inception, we have been instrumental in the maintenance and life extension of the majority of the UK’s fossil fuel power generation fleet and have played a significant role in the evolution and maintenance of the country’s growing Biomass and Energy from Waste fleet. This experience in the power generation sector extended our services into a wide range of industrial sectors including Petro-Chemical, Chemical, Paper, Cement and Food and Beverage.

Working Hours :
CATCH: September - July. Monday - Friday, 08.00 - 16.00. PJD: Monday - Thursday, 08.00 - 16.00. Friday, 0800 - 1400.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Punctuality