Mechanical Fitter Apprentice

As a Mechanical Fitter Apprentice what will you be doing in this apprenticeship?

Assembling kits of parts using engineering drawings and lists of Materials You will learn about workshop machinery such as pillar drills, presses, turning and milling You will learn bearing installation and different assets including gearboxes, motors, pulleys, couplings, belts, and other transmission products As well as this you will be lifting components and assemblies using slings and overhead cranes In the role you will learn how to interpret engineering sub-assembly drawings You will provide good customer support with occasional on-site work for maintenance You will ensure the correct use and maintenance of protective clothing and equipment supplied and perform all tasks with due regard to health and safety and keep all work areas tidy Carry out any other duties compatible with the skills and knowledge competencies of the post

Training:
Level 2 Engineering Operative Mechanical Manufacturing Pathway Functional Skills in English or maths if required

Training Outcome:

Full time employment on completion of the apprenticeship.



Employer Description:
Timsons Engineering’s subcontract engineering services offer a diverse range of premium quality castings in various weights from 1kg to 2.5 tonnes plus a CNC machining service that can accommodate every casting poured. The iron foundry facility has two modern electric induction furnaces designed to produce high quality castings in small to medium batch quantities in all grades of grey iron, SG iron and Austempered Ductile Iron. Quality is assured. We hold accreditation to ISO 9001:2015 for both our machine shop and our iron foundry. We offer 100% inspection of all components and have co-ordinate measuring, balancing and gear inspection equipment.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.15pm. Friday, 7.30am - 12.00pm.

Skills:
communication skills,Ability to manage own time.,Attention to detail


  • Location:
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: BEDFORD COLLEGE
  • Posted: 08-Jul-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk