Fabricator Apprenticeships
We are now inviting applications from individuals who would like to pursue a career in engineering, to join us as an Apprentice Fabricator, working in conjunction with Lincoln College on a day release basis.
You will initially be enrolled on a Level 2 Metal Fabricator apprenticeship, which you will complete before progressing to Level 3. The course covers a variety of subjects including theory of materials, interpreting technical drawings, marking out and preparation techniques, welding using various tools, techniques and materials, and quality checks during and after fabrication activities have taken place.
When working in our factory, you will be mentored by highly experienced and skilled staff, learning how to fabricate a wide range of our machinery in mild and stainless steel which will provide you with an unparalleled skillset in light, medium and heavy fabrication due to the variety of work that we do.
On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you may be offered a position working in our Fabrication Department, which after you gain experience will open up a variety of possible career options within the Company including the possibility of international travel assisting on installation work, working with our Service Department on maintenance and repairs, or in various other areas of the Company including a variety of office-based roles depending on your aptitude and aspirations.
Minimum entry requirements:
- Age 16+
- GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above
- GCSE in one Science subject at Grade 4 or above
- Able to reliably travel to Spilsby and Lincoln
Desirable attributes
- Mechanical aptitude / hands on attitude
- Strong desire to train in a mechanical engineering discipline
- Confident, outgoing personality, a team player
- Flexible and adaptable
- Problem solving abilities
- Attention to detail
Apprenticeships at Tong
Tong Engineering apprenticeships are carried out according to the relevant Apprenticeship Standard for each occupational area, in conjunction with training providers including Lincoln, Grimsby and Boston Colleges.
Apprenticeship Standards include specific skills, knowledge, and behaviours an apprentice will need to have learned by the end of their apprenticeship to do the job they are being trained to do.
Learning will be split up into 80% of the time on the job and 20% of the time in structured learning with the college. This is called “Day release”.
Clear Progression
You will be expected to record your learning online in an ePortfolio. Whilst the academic element of the apprenticeship is being delivered by the college, you will also be engaged on the shop floor, learning “on the job”.
Initially, you will perform a rotation around the departments that support the occupational area you’ve chosen for your apprenticeship, which will give you an opportunity to get to know both people and processes throughout the company.
Work Allocation
Following this, you will be allocated a work area and a mentor, and you will begin with the basics, advancing to more complex and demanding tasks as your experience and confidence increases.
You will be fully supported with help and advice from your experienced colleagues throughout this practical aspect of your training.
Qualified Assessments
Once the academic apprenticeship training has been completed you will take an end point assessment (EPA) – this is a collection of independent assessments that offers confirmation of knowledge, skills, and behaviours (known as KSBs) for a particular role.
This is likely to include a formal test or exam. They may also include multiple
choice tests, interviews, professional discussions, and presentations.
All apprentices receive a final grade for their EPA. You will have a mentor from the college/ training provider to support you until you are ready to take the end point assessment.
Apprenticeships at Tong Engineering are available at Level 2 (Intermediate) and Level 3 (Advanced).
We prefer our apprentices to start at Level 2 and progress to Level 3, as this provides more opportunity to gain the practical and theoretical skills necessary to be successful in the roles we have on offer.
APPLY NOW
If you have a passion for engineering and you’re a good, hardworking team player with the above skills, we’d love to hear from you.
When applying for this position, please send a detailed CV and a covering letter stating why you are interested in engineering and why you think you will be a great candidate for this particular apprenticeship to Jim Worley, Process Improvement Manager, jim.worley@tongengineering.com and we will be in touch.
Closing Date for Applications is 28th June 2024.