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Apprentice Fabricator Welder

Security Solutions ( Northern ) LTD · Bolton · posted 5 June 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Metal fabricator (level 3)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
31 August 2026
Positions
1

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Responsibilities / Activities:

  • You will work alongside experienced welders / fitters to gain an understanding of the various skills involved in welding / fabricating
  • You will perform activities independently, but with close supervision
  • Be able to understand and adhere to all health and safety rules regarding all aspects of the workshop
  • Carry out such duties as may be required from time to time at the request of line management and which are deemed to be within your capability

Duties:

  • Reading and understanding of engineering drawings
  • Cutting of materials to precise measurements
  • Drilling of materials where specified on the drawings
  • Use of all M.I.G welding techniques
  • Use of all fabricating techniques

Your training

Training will be delivered one day a week at:

  • Alliance Learning
  • Horwich Business Park
  • Chorley New Road
  • Horwich, Bolton
  • BL6 5UE

Where it leads

Full time role for the ideal candidate.

About Security Solutions ( Northern ) LTD

Security Solutions is one of the UK's leading manufacturers and installers of perimeter security equipment. We offer a complete range of services including the manufacture, installation, maintenance, and service of new and existing equipment.

Things to consider

This is a very hands on and manual position so the ideal candidate needs to be able to get stuck in and willing to do what is needed to have the job done within health and safety regulations.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingPatiencePhysical fitnessAdaptabilityTime management

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 9-4 (A-C)) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A-C)) — essential
  • Functional Skills Level 2 English (grade Pass) — essential
  • Functional Skills Level 2 Maths (grade Pass) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 7 RIVERSIDE, WATERS MEETING ROAD, BOLTON, LANCASHIRE, BL1 8TU