Engineering Operative Apprentice - Junair Spraybooths

• Assist with measuring, marking out, cutting and preparing sheet metal and other materials to drawings and instructions.
• Learn to use workshop tools and fabrication equipment safely under supervision.
• Support bending, folding, drilling, forming and fitting of metal components.
• Develop basic welding and joining techniques appropriate to the work and training programme.
• Help assemble fabricated parts and check dimensions, fit and finish.
• Read and follow basic engineering drawings, job sheets and work instructions.
• Inspect finished work and report defects or issues to supervisors.
• Keep the workshop clean and organised, following health and safety requirements and using PPE.
• Work with colleagues to meet production and quality requirements.
• Take part in training, reviews and practical assessments.
Indicative apprenticeship duties – employer to confirm the precise tasks and equipment used.

Training will take place at Rochdale Training’s site in our Engineering workshop. A Training Officer will also visit the employer to conduct further reviews and observations. The apprentice will work towards the Engineering Operative Level 2 qualification, focusing on fabrication, welding and sheet-metal skills.

Progression is offered to candidates who perform well during their apprenticeship and show commitment to the role. Successful completion may provide a foundation for further fabrication, welding or sheet-metal development, subject to employer opportunities.

Junair Spraybooths designs, manufactures, and installs specialist spray booths and paint-finishing systems for automotive, commercial, aerospace, and industrial customers. Its Heywood manufacturing facility uses modern production equipment to create bespoke engineered solutions. This apprenticeship offers the chance to develop practical fabrication, welding and sheet-metal skills while contributing to real manufacturing work.