Level 3 Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship

Velocity UK Ltd are seeking a motivated Apprentice to join our workshop team in Sunderland. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop a skilled career in fabrication and welding within a specialist engineering environment.

Working alongside experienced fabricators and welders, the apprentice will learn how to manufacture metal components and welded assembles used in bespoke road repair machinery. Training will cover fabrication techniques, MIG welding, reading engineering drawings, and working safely with workshop equipment.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out tasks allocated by the Workshop Supervisor.
• Assist with the fabrication and welding of mild steel components and assemblies.
• Learn MIG welding techniques on thin sheet through to thicker sections.
• Develop skills in measuring, marking out, cutting, drilling, and fitting materials.
• Learn to read and work from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and general fabrication workshop equipment safely.
• Support the manufacture of parts for new machine builds.
• Assist with repairs, modifications, and upgrades to existing equipment.
• Support general workshop housekeeping and maintenance.
• Develop skills and knowledge with the aim of progressing into a qualified Welder/Fabricator role.
• Commit to attending college at least one day per week for day release training.

• Training

  On the job training with experienced fitters, alongside formal apprenticeship learning with New College Durham.

• Skills Required

  Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Initiative, Team working

12/02/2026

On the job training with experienced fitters, alongside formal apprenticeship learning with New College Durham.

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Initiative, Team working Woodbine Street SR1 2NL Velocity UK Ltd Woodbine Street Velocity Roads Group Ltd