Introduction

Embarking on an apprenticeship with Kilnbridge to begin a rewarding career in the construction industry with a respected, forward‑thinking organisation known for delivering complex and iconic projects. As an apprentice, you will follow a structured development plan and receive ongoing guidance from a dedicated career mentor.

About the Employer

Kilnbridge is the UK’s leading structures specialist, known for delivering some of the country’s most complex and iconic construction and infrastructure projects taking shape in the UK.

We combine technical excellence with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and quality, ensuring every project responds not only to immediate needs, but to future demands.
Kilnbridge comprises four distinct operational business, each operating independently across different markets, but working together in any combination that our clients need. Together, they provide a highly flexible, comprehensive suite of services that address our clients’ needs across the entire lifecycle of a structure.

Our expertise encompasses all materials and spans reinforced concrete, structural steel, fire protection, and complex structural alterations. In short, we design, build, adapt, repair and protect our clients’ structures.

What You'll Do

As an Apprentice Steel Fixer, you will learn to assemble and erect the steel components required to strengthen reinforced concrete structures, such as bridges, culverts, railway stations, power stations, etc.

Setting out the work area, following engineering plans
Using hand and power tools to cut and bend bars or mesh
Tying steel reinforcement bars (rebars) to build cages

Typically, you will work within a larger team on construction projects, and, in the fullness of time, you will be able to interpret contract information, drawings and specifications, in order to assemble and install the components correctly.

Training Outcome

Once you have achieved your level 2 qualification you will have the opportunity to progress on to the next level. Ultimately this depends on the individuals work ethic and drive to succeed. Successful apprentice can progress into supervisory or management role within Kilnbridge.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Physical fitness

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Steel fixer (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 17 years old: Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 15:30. 40-hours, inclusive of an hour break each day. 18 years old+: Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 17:30. 45-hours, not including up to an hour break each day.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: THE SKILLS CENTRE LONDON LIMITED

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