Apprenticeship Vacancy Details

What will the apprentice be doing?

Working within Acres’ culture of continuous improvement and professionalism, you will contribute to a clean, safe and organised working environment while building technical capability, discipline and a strong work ethic. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Work under supervision within the Fabrication department, supporting fabrication and welding activities to assist in the delivery of projects to the required quality, time and safety standards.
• Develop understanding of fabrication processes, welding techniques, materials, drawings and quality expectations, working collaboratively with Design, Assembly, Paint and Production teams to support overall manufacturing flow.
• Assist with fabrication activities including, preparing materials, marking out, cutting and basic forming, assembling components prior to welding in line with drawings and instructions.
• Support welding activities, including, assisting with set-up of welding equipment, holding, positioning and tacking components, observing and learning MIG and TIG welding techniques.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

You will spend 4 days each week in the workplace and 1 day each week training at Derby College's Roundhouse Campus.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Following completion of this apprenticeship, you could work as a qualified welder or progress to gain further engineering maintenance or people management skills.

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Problem solving skills Logical Team working Resilience Hand-eye co-ordination Positive attitude Punctual Reliable

Qualifications

GCSE English (Grade 4/C) Essential

GCSE Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential

Things to consider

• The role is hands-on and practical, working in a busy engineering workshop environment
• You will be required to stand for long periods and be physically active throughout the day
• The role involves manual handling, including lifting and moving materials (training provided)
• You will be working with metal components, which can be heavy, sharp or dirty
• The environment can be noisy, and appropriate PPE must be worn at all times
• You will be required to wear safety equipment, including, safety boots, gloves, eye protection, welding mask (as you progress)
• Work may involve exposure to heat (welding processes), sparks and grinding, fabrication equipment and machinery
• You must be comfortable working in a structured, safety-focused environment
• The role requires attention to detail and concentration to meet quality standards
• You will be expected to follow instructions, drawings and processes carefully
• The role includes working as part of a team, supporting others to meet deadlines
• You must be reliable and punctual, as your work impacts wider production flow
• There will be a requirement to learn both on the job and through formal training/college attendance
• Occasional overtime or flexible working may be required to meet project deadlines

Employer

Acres Engineering Limited

https://acres.engineering

Address

UNIT A
CASTLE LANE
MELBOURNE
DERBY

Training provider

DCG

Contact

DCG

Apprenticeship Advanced

Plate welder (level 3)