Welding Apprentice

Wrekin Sheetmetal are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Apprentice welder to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop hands-on skills in metal

fabrication while working under the guidance of experienced professionals.

What you'll do

Day to day duties:

• Assist in the fabrication and assembly of metal components according to specifications
• Learn and apply welding, cutting, and grinding techniques
• Operate hand and power tools, as well as fabrication machinery
• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow company safety protocols and procedures
• Support senior fabricators with various tasks as needed
• Mig and Tig Welding
• Fabricating in various steel grades
• Marking out and drilling materials from drawings
• Working with various thickness and materials
• Fitting and assembly
• Inspection and ongoing quality checks
• Working with the wider team to support in any area require

Training

This is a Level 2 Welding apprenticeship. The apprentice will be required to attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services, in Telford, TF3 3AJ, 1 day per week for 2 years.

After the apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there will be a full-time position within the company available.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English, Maths (grade 4 or above)

Things to consider

The right candidate must be able to show excellent time keeping and be physically fit as there may be some heavy lifting.

Benefits

• Free electric car charging
• Free fruit delivered weekly
• Free tea and coffee
• Overtime available

About the employer

Based in the heart of the Midlands, we deliver to customers around the corner and across the globe.

Our ability to deliver niche or large-scale production where other companies fail is down to the fact that we combine our engineering experience and excellence with the very latest in technology.

These factors combine to set us apart:

Transparency and communication

Engineering know-how; and

Investment in the latest technology and machinery

When we work for you, we become part of your team. We will establish your precise requirements, agree on how these are delivered and get on with the job; leaving you free to get on with yours.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Welder (level 2), Engineering and manufacturing
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
• Expected duration: 2 Years
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: 8:30am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
• Start date: 23 October 2026
• Positions available: 2
• Wage: £16,640 a year