Apprentice Fitter
COOKS BLINDS & SHUTTERS LTD · NORWICH, NR3 2BS
Engineering operative (level 2)
Build it. Fit it. Make it work.
Start your engineering career with Cooks Industrial Doors. Gain hands-on experience using tools, assembling and fitting components while working towards a Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship.
The work
- Read and follow engineering drawings and instructions
- Measure and mark out materials accurately
- Use hand and power tools safely
- Prepare and assemble engineering components
- Fit and adjust mechanical parts
- Support the installation of equipment and components
- Check assemblies are correctly aligned and operating properly
- Identify and resolve basic fitting problems
- Carry out quality checks on completed work
- Keep tools and work areas clean, organised and safe
- Work alongside experienced engineers and develop practical fitting skills
Training
Training will be delivered by Train’d Up alongside practical, hands-on learning in the workplace. The apprentice will receive regular training and support from their Train’d Up trainer while developing their skills alongside experienced engineers at Cooks Industrial Doors.
Train’d Up will provide structured apprenticeship training and ongoing support throughout the programme. The apprentice will have regular contact with their designated trainer, who will work closely with both the apprentice and employer to support progress and successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Training provider: TRAIN'D UP RAILWAY RESOURCING LIMITED
What you come out with
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into a Fitter or Mechanical Fitter role. With further experience and training, progression could include Installation Engineer, Maintenance Engineer or Senior Engineer positions, with opportunities to specialise in mechanical engineering, installation or maintenance.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English C/4 or above
- Essential · GCSE Maths C/4 or above
Things to consider
Apprentice Fitter.
Other requirements.
Tell applicants about requirements that are not skills or qualifications.
For example:
- Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Being comfortable with working at height
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Pay extras and benefits
Cooks Doors offers a range of employee benefits, alongside ongoing training, development and opportunities to build a long-term career within the business.
£15,392 a year
The employer
Cooks Blinds & Shutters Ltd, trading as Cooks Doors, is a long-established family-run business based in Norwich. Established in 1965, the company specialises in the supply, installation, repair and maintenance of industrial and commercial doors and shutters. Cooks works with customers across the East of England and has an experienced team of engineers delivering high-quality products and services.
Workplace
- BURNET ROAD, SWEET BRIAR ROAD INDUSTRIAL ES, NORWICH, NR3 2BS