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Sheetmetal Apprentice

Pwr Europe LTD · Swift Valley Industrial Estate · posted 29 July 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Metal fabricator (level 3)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
20 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • Ensure compliance with all WHS policies as outlined in the HR Manual and Employment Policy guide
  • Participate and contribute in all WHS Toolbox meetings
  • Participate in department WHS, Fire and Evacuation and Emergency training
  • Demonstrate a high degree of safety awareness
  • Actively participate in all structured and on-the-job training
  • Seek feedback and guidance from supervisors and tradespeople
  • Complete assigned training tasks and assessments on time
  • Show initiative in learning about machinery, materials, and fabrication processes
  • Assist tradespeople with sheetmetal fabrication tasks, including measuring, cutting, and forming materials
  • Operate basic sheetmetal tools and machinery under supervision (e.g., guillotine, brake press, pan brake)
  • Read and interpret basic work orders and drawings, with guidance
  • Perform visual inspections of completed work for quality and accuracy
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S practices
  • Report material usage, waste, or issues to supervisors
  • Participate in team discussions regarding daily work schedules and priorities
  • Assist with tool maintenance and machinery cleaning
  • Follow end-of-day procedures, including shutdown protocols
  • Monitor and assist with material storage and stock control under supervision
  • Assist with general manufacturing tasks

Your training

  • 1 day per week to take place at Northampton College Booth Lane

Where it leads

  • This role offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement within PWR
  • As you gain experience and demonstrate your skills, you’ll find various career paths available across different departments, each offering unique opportunities for further development

About Pwr Europe LTD

PWR provides world class cooling solutions by manufacturing high performance aluminium radiators, intercoolers and oil coolers for race cooling solutions to leading race categories and teams such as F1, NASCAR, V8 Supercars, Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters and World Rally Championship, PWR is recognised as a world leader when it comes to high performance cooling.

Things to consider

Physical Requirements 

  • Bending 
  • Twisting and Turning
  • Lifting between 5kgs and 15kgs
  • Standing for long periods of time 
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Pushing/Pulling 
  • Driving and operating machinery 

Key Competencies

  • Willingness to learn and follow instructions
  • Developing ability to read work orders and technical drawings
  • Basic mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work safely and follow procedures
  • Positive communication and teamwork skills
  • Enrolment in a relevant qualification 

Skills they're looking for

Attention to detailTeam workingPhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • UNIT C VALLEY POINT, VALLEY DRIVE, SWIFT VALLEY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, RUGBY, CV21 1TN

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