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About the Role
The role involves hands-on experience in manufacturing switchboard enclosures from sheet steel, including punching, folding, and fabrication processes carried out in-house. This provides a practical foundation in engineering, production techniques, and industry standards within a specialist electrical manufacturing environment.
As a Level 2 Fabrication and Welding Apprentice, you will develop the practical skills and knowledge required to manufacture high-quality metal enclosures and components.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and interpret engineering drawings to understand specifications and requirements
- Operate cutting and drilling machinery safely and effectively
- Carry out MIG welding processes to join sheet metal components
- Assemble fabricated parts into finished enclosures in line with design specifications
- Inspect and measure components to ensure they meet quality standards
- Maintain a safe and organised working environment
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Development Opportunities
- Opportunity to learn and operate CNC machinery, including punching and folding equipment
- Ongoing support to build technical skills and industry knowledge
- Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
- In-house mentoring
Essential Qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English (grade D/3/Level 1 Functional Skills)
- Maths (grade D/3/Level 1 Functional Skills)
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About Us
At Total Power we manufacture LV Switchgear for various industries, this includes data centres, healthcare, building services etc.
We manufacture all of our own switchboards in sheet steel.
We are a small team of 12 in fabrication & we are keen to add an apprentice to learn skills from our experienced fabrication team.
Opportunities would be available to also learn CNC machinery alongside fabrication as we have had learners who have moved into machining after fabrication.
Benefits
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay.
To stay within the business and progress to Team Leader/Engineer.
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