Metal Fabrication Apprentice

Over the 3.5 years, the apprentice will gain a strong foundation in metal manufacturing through hands-on training in CNC laser/punch, folding, welding, and quality assurance.

In the first year, they will focus on core skills, including:

Tool handling Machine operation Basic welding

The second year will build on this with more advanced techniques , culminating in cross-departmental experience:

Part fabrication Quality inspection

Throughout, the apprentice will develop technical skills, safety awareness, and professional work habits, preparing them for potential permanent roles within the company.

Training:

You will attend training at Leicester College Abbey Park Campus one day per week. You will complete a Metal Fabricator advanced apprenticeship at level 3. You will aslo complete Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge).

Training Outcome:

Deeper progression into preferred role / further opportunities within different aspects of the business.

Employer Description:
B&P Fabrications was formed as a partnership in 1980, before becoming a limited company in June 1991 as B&P Fabrications (Leicester) Ltd. The business was purchased from the original owners by the management team in 2018 via an MBO and continues to operate with the same customer focused ethos. The company has built & developed its skills base and pursued a policy of continuous investment, both in terms of people and state of the art machinery and technology. B&P now employs over 120 people on a site covering approx. 10,000 square meters and can boast a collection of some of the most technologically advanced production machinery available. Key to its success has been the ability to forge strong working relationships with its customers, forming partnerships and long term trading agreements. B&P has a diversity within its customer base and undertakes projects with both small independent companies and global OEM’s both in the UK and overseas. B&P export to a variety of destinations including: Europe, USA, India & China. The business produces a range of fabrications from intricate, light gauge – through to heavy-duty steel weldments. This versatility has reduced our exposure to any one-market sector and ensured survival and financial robustness, regardless of the prevailing economic climate. Well engineered, best value, defect free components delivered on time are what B&Ps customers have come to expect.

Working Hours :
Mon – Thur 07:30am – 04:45pm Fri 07:30am – 12:30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative