Level 3 Metal Fabricating Apprenticeship

** Career Area:
** Operations
*
* Job Description:

**** Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
** When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live.

Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
** We are Caterpillar
** When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure.

** One Company, Limitless Opportunities
** is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Power & Energy – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.
** The Apprenticeship
** An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee learns and gains valuable, real-life experiences.

We are looking for
** 2 apprentices
** to join our Welding Fabrication Team located at our
** Peterborough facility** (PE1 5FQ
).This 4-year advanced apprenticeship scheme will enable you to grow and develop your capabilities. From day one, you will be embedded in a team, solving real world problems through combining college-based learning with on-the-job training. You’ll learn the latest skills and knowledge from our Welder and Fabricating experts.

Our apprentices will:
* earn a competitive salary package, starting at c. £15,311 per year,
* receive 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays,
* have access to a 5% annual bonus, a share scheme, a pension scheme, flexible benefits, flexible working opportunities and family-friendly  collaboration with our partnered training provider,  **(Wisbech Campus)**, our
** 4-year advanced
** apprenticeship scheme will enable you to grow and develop your capabilities. Alongside on-the-job training supported by relatable mentors, apprentices will spend at least 20% of their working hours completing college-based learning leading to
** nationally recognised qualifications
** through  standard:

* A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) As part of this apprenticeship, apprentices are required to attend college on a day release basis and therefore will be required to travel.  Upon completion of the apprenticeship, apprentices can apply for the appropriate level of
** Eng Tech (Engineering Technician) professional registration status**.
** The Experience
** A Metal Fabricating Apprentice will join one of our Welding teams, contributing to the fabrication and assembly of metal components for a variety of structures and products. These may include equipment used within our manufacturing facility as well as prototype items for research and development projects.

You will work from detailed technical drawings to cut, shape, and weld metal plates to precise specifications. This hands-on role involves using tools such as plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches, guillotines, and welding machines (MIG, TIG, and MMA). You will also operate heavy machinery—including presses, rollers, and grinders—to form and finish metal parts, ensuring all products meet strict safety and quality standards.

Accuracy and attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to inspect finished work for compliance with design…