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Fabrication and Welding Apprentice

Rhames LTD · Nottingham · posted 13 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 9 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Metal fabricator (level 3)
Starts
16 September 2026
Closing date
13 August 2026
Positions
1

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We are currently recruiting for apprentice fabricator/welders to join the company.

The successful candidates will be organised, diligent and able to confidently work under pressure.

Exceptional communication skills are vital.

An interest in working with metal is essential; welding, cutting, and reshaping will be required as part of the part of the apprenticeship.

You will join our established apprenticeship programme, where you will study and learn while you are working as an apprentice fabricator/welder under the guidance of a designated experienced Company mentor who will help you gain product knowledge within the five Canal brands.

We are looking for someone with great hand-eye coordination, and an ability to follow engineering instructions accurately in a variety of material thicknesses.

As an Apprentice Fabricator/Welder, your daily duties will be based on learning the following:

  • Welding
  • Sheet metal work
  • Cutting
  • Folding
  • Laser Cutting
  • CAD Software
  • Various CNC Machinery
  • Fabrication
  • Food grade standard polishing
  • Assembly work – assembly fitting

Further learning will be required, which may include in-house coded welding or external training such as PASMA/IPAF/Overhead Crane Training etc.

Your training

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/metal-fabricator-v1-1

In company induction on starting and ongoing health & safety training relevant to the role and equipment used within the role.

  • Level 3 Metal Fabrication apprenticeship standard
  • Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) Level: 3

OR

  • Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)

Training will be delivered one day per week, term time, and is based at The Highfield site and facilities are in creation to enrich the student experience, developing them with the necessary skills using industry-recognised equipment to ensure the apprentice receives training closely matched to the employer’s and industry.

Where it leads

  • Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

About Rhames LTD

Working for Rhames means you will become a valued member of a proactive, forward thinking organisation who care for their team. The Company believes passionately in encouraging its staff to work towards achieving their career aspirations. Our strength is in our flexibility and we supply our customers with an engineering solution to their challenges. We provide contract manufacturing services incorporating in-house design and bespoke manufacturing. Rhames work with a full range of metal and alloy products ranging from small precision components to large complex industrial fabrications. We operate from a 20,000sq/ft industrial building which is well equipped with all the modern production equipment required. We pride ourselves on the diversity of our services,

Things to consider

The candidate must be able to travel to the workplace and college according to working hours.

The current National Minimum Wage (NMW) rate for apprentices is £8 per hour as of April 2026. This applies to 16-18year old apprentices and those aged over 18 in the first year of their Apprenticeship. For all other apprentices, the National Minimum wage appropriate to their age applies. The Minimum Wage for Apprentices applies to time spent on the job plus time spent training.

* Please note that anyone under the age of 18 will only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours on the advert will be amended accordingly to fall in line with the legislation.

* Please note that if the successful applicant is found prior to the closing date, the vacancy may be withdrawn early. 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsPresentation skillsTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade 4-9) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 9 B Osier Drive, Sherwood Business Park Annesley, Nottingham, NG15 0DX

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