Apprentice Fabricator with Gemini Rail Services Ltd

Introduction

Launch your engineering career with one of the UK's leading rail companies! As a Welder/Fabrication Engineering Apprentice, you'll learn how to weld, fabricate and repair components used on real trains across the UK rail network.

About the Employer

Gemini Rail Services is one of the UK's leading rail engineering companies, repairing, refurbishing and modernising trains used across the network. Based at the historic Wolverton Works, you'll work alongside experienced engineers on real railway vehicles, gaining industry-recognised skills and qualifications. We're passionate about developing future talent and have a strong track record of helping apprentices build successful long-term engineering careers.

What You'll Do

This role is ideal for anyone looking to start a career in welding, fabrication and rail engineering.

What You'll Do as a Welder/Fabrication Engineering Apprentice, you'll become part of our production team and gain valuable practical experience while studying towards your Level 3 Metal Fabricator qualification. 

You will learn how to:  

• Carry out welding activities to industry and coding standards  
• Use fabrication machinery and specialist engineering equipment  
• Manufacture bespoke panels and fabricated components 
• Repair and modify railway vehicles 
• Read and work from engineering drawings  
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and workmanship  
• Work as part of an experienced engineering team  
• Complete college-based learning and assessments 

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll be supported by skilled engineers and mentors who will help you develop your technical knowledge and practical skills.  

• What We Are Looking For We're looking for motivated individuals who enjoy practical work and want to build a career in engineering.

You should:  

• Have a genuine interest in engineering, manufacturing or construction 
• Enjoy working with your hands and solving problems 
• Be willing to learn and take on feedback  
• Be able to follow instructions and work safely  
• Have good communication skills  
• Be reliable, motivated and enthusiastic  
• Work well individually and as part of a team Gemini Rail Services operates a strict Drug and Alcohol Policy, and successful candidates will be required to complete a safety-critical medical and screening process

This vacancy may close early. 

Training Outcome

At Gemini Rail Services, our philosophy is "Apprenticeship to Fellowship." Successful apprentices can progress into skilled engineering roles, advanced technical positions and higher-level development programmes. This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation for a long-term career within Gemini Rail Services and the wider rail engineering industry.

Skills Required

• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Team working
• Problem-solving skills
• Initiative
• Enthusiasm

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 9-5
• Essential - GCSE - English - 9-4
• Essential - GCSE - Science - 9-4

Course Information

Course: Metal fabricator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 3:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 12:00pm

Expected Duration: 4 Years 2 Months

Number of Positions Available: 3

Training Provider: MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE