Level 3 Metal Fabricating Apprenticeship

Level 3 Metal Fabricating Apprenticeship

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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.

• 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 policies.

In collaboration with our partnered training provider,
College of West Anglia (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 Metal fabricator / Skills England standard: A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) .

• GCSEs:
  Five GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above including Maths, English and a Science or Engineering subject.
• OR completed one year full‑time further education and achieved Performing Engineering Operations, Level 2 (6 units) with Maths & English at level 2.
• A‑Levels:
  Not required.

NOTE:

Equivalent academic qualifications to the above requirements welcome. You can apply with predicted grades. If you’re successful at the interview stage, the job offer will be conditional on you achieving the required grades before September 2026.

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 requirements.

There's more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to innovation. We respect and value people with different opinions, experiences and backgrounds and believe that by working together, we can produce better results than any of us can achieve alone.

Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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