Plate Welding Apprentice Level 3

Summary

An opportunity to develop specialist plate welding skills with Exigo in Rochdale. Working alongside experienced colleagues, the apprentice will learn to prepare materials, interpret engineering drawings, set up welding equipment and produce welded assemblies to quality and safety standards. Applicants must be aged 18 or over under the employer’s health and safety policies. Some previous welding experience is preferred.

Annual wage

Between £9.00 per hour to £10.50 Depending on experience.

Training course

Plate Welder Level 3

Hours

Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–5:00pm

Friday 8.00 am to 2.45 pm.  

Duration

36 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

• Assist with preparation, positioning and assembly of metal components before welding.
• Read and follow engineering drawings, measurements and job instructions.
• Develop plate welding skills using welding processes and equipment appropriate to the workplace.
• Prepare joints and materials, including cleaning and checking fit-up.
• Inspect welds and finished work for accuracy and quality under supervision.
• Use hand tools, measuring equipment and workshop machinery safely.
• Support fabrication and manufacturing tasks as required.
• Maintain a clean, organised workspace and follow all PPE, risk assessment and health and safety procedures.
• Record work and participate in apprenticeship training and reviews.
Specific welding processes, materials and production duties

Where you’ll work

Golden Works, Lawton Street, Rochdale, OL12 0LQ (workplace address – TO BE CONFIRMED)

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ROCHDALE TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Level 3 Plate Welder

Your training plan

Training will take place at Rochdale Training’s site in the engineering workshop. A Training Officer will also visit the employer to carry out reviews and observations. The apprentice will work towards the Level 3 Plate Welder apprenticeship standard.

Requirements

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above
Applicants must be aged 18+ due to employer health and safety policies.

Skills

• Some previous welding or fabrication experience is preferred.
• An interest in practical engineering and metalwork.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
• Basic measurement and numeracy skills.
• Willingness to learn welding techniques and quality standards.
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Other requirements

• Reliable, punctual and motivated.
• Safety-conscious and responsible.
• Patient, accurate and willing to practise new skills.
• Able to work well with others and accept feedback.
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for a career in welding.

About this company

Exigo is a Rochdale-based manufacturer of commercial gym and strength-training equipment. The business designs and manufactures equipment for fitness facilities, offering an opportunity to develop practical welding and metalworking skills within a manufacturing environment.

Website: https://exigosports.com/

After this apprenticeship

Progression opportunities may be available for apprentices who perform well and show commitment, potentially into a skilled welding or fabrication role. Any permanent position is subject to employer requirements.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

Adam Bhatti

abhatti@rochdaletraining.co.uk

01706 631 417