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Sheet Metal Apprentice

Electropak LTD · Preston · posted 13 July 2026

Wage
£16,224 a year
Hours
39 hours a week
Duration
4 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Metal fabricator (level 3)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
28 August 2026
Positions
1

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The apprentice will be trained over time to set up and run waterjet cutting machines, press brakes, automatic folders, welding and finishing processes. They will also be trained to learn basic engineering drawing, measuring and marking out, knowledge of engineering materials and handling of engineering information.

Additional skills covered may include, fitting using hand skills, producing sheet metal components and assemblies and a range of welding techniques and principles. Each of these is decided by the level of qualification being taken and the job role you are undertaking.

Where it leads

Engineers are inventors, designers and problem solvers, people who make a difference to the way we live. As trained professionals, engineers are well paid and highly respected. Many get top jobs and even run their own companies. If you enjoy working as part of a team, like solving problems and have a practical flair, you will find engineering has a lot to offer.

About Electropak LTD

Electropak is a Precision Engineers, Fabrication Specialist and Busbar Manufacturer with an outstanding range of capabilities. We aim to provide a real solution to your engineering needs. Established in 1986 and with ISO 9001 and AS 9100 Rev D aerospace approvals, our business is focused on manufacturing complete projects with all manufacturing completed in-house and under our control.

Things to consider

Please do not contact the company directly. Please note - we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply as soon as possible if you wish to be considered for this role.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Any (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Any (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Science (grade Grade 4/C or above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • BUSHELL STREET MILL, BUSHELL STREET, PRESTON, LANCS, PR1 2SP

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