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Forge your future with Able Engineering – where the best tradespeople begin their journey.

Commit to Excellence with Our Apprentice Scheme

At Able Engineering, we are proud to offer a prestigious five-year Tradesperson Apprentice Scheme, designed for individuals who are committed to excellence and have an unwavering work ethic. Our programme is highly selective, with only a hand full of new apprentices taken on each year. This ensures that we can dedicate the necessary time and resources to cultivate the highest level of skill and practical knowledge in our apprentices. While we provide comprehensive training and hands-on experience, we seek candidates who bring the right attitude and a genuine desire to forge a brighter future for themselves through hard work and dedication.

Earn While You Learn: Achieve Practical Skills and an NVQ Level 3

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will not only gain invaluable practical experience but also achieve an NVQ Level 3 qualification in Welding and Fabrication. This combination of on-the-job training and formal education ensures our apprentices emerge as well-rounded, highly skilled tradespeople. If you have the drive, determination, and ambition to excel, Able Engineering is the perfect place to start your journey and build a successful career in the industry.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

At Able Engineering, we seek candidates who are not only passionate about their future but are also determined to take control of it. The ideal apprentice is someone with a proactive attitude, a thirst for knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth. We are looking for individuals who understand that excellence is achieved through hard work and are eager to embrace new challenges with enthusiasm and resilience. Our apprentices are self-motivated, reliable, and ready to seize the opportunity to build a rewarding career from the ground up.

Desirable Attributes:

  • Proactive Attitude: Always taking initiative and seeking out opportunities to learn and grow.

  • Willingness to Learn: Open-minded and eager to acquire new skills and knowledge.

  • Strong Work Ethic: Dedicated, disciplined, and committed to achieving high standards.

  • Reliability: Dependable and consistent in performance and attendance.

  • Resilience: Able to face challenges and setbacks with a positive outlook and determination.

  • Team Player: Works well with others and contributes to a collaborative environment.

  • Ambition: Driven by a desire to excel and advance in their career.

We’re highly selective because we invest five years of top-tier training into each apprentice. By the end of the programme, our apprentices emerge as skilled, fully-fledged Able Engineering Tradespeople. We seek candidates with exceptional potential and commitment to ensure our investment produces some of the industry's best professionals.

WHY CHOSE ABLE ENGINEERING?

Exceptional Learning and Opportunities

At Able Engineering, we provide a unique apprenticeship experience that combines hands-on learning with extensive support and guidance. You'll learn directly from experienced tradespeople who are some of the best in the industry, ensuring you gain the highest level of practical skills. Our five-year apprenticeship is an investment in your future, offering:

  • Hands-on learning from top tradespeople: Gain invaluable practical experience under the mentorship of industry-leading experts.

  • On-hand guidance every step of the way: Receive continuous support and advice to help you navigate your apprenticeship journey.

  • Day release for college to complete your NVQ Level 3 qualification: Balance practical training with academic learning to achieve your NVQ Level 3 qualification.

  • Welding qualifications: Enhance your skill set with specialized welding certifications that boost your employability.

  • A friendly atmosphere surrounded by the best: Thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment with like-minded, high-achieving peers.

  • A supportive senior team ready to help with college work and practical experience: Benefit from dedicated assistance from our senior team to ensure your success in both practical and academic areas

Excellent Earning Potential

From day one, you’ll be earning while you learn. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will receive five pay increases as you achieve key skill targets. Typical pay increases are below.

  • Skill Target 1: 25%

  • Skill Target 2: 25%

  • Skill Target 3: 25%

  • Skill Target 4: 25%

  • Skill Target 5: 13%

Upon completing your apprenticeship, you’ll be well-positioned for excellent earning potential, with our fully skilled tradespeople earning the best rates in the area. This ensures that not only are you gaining valuable skills, but you're also setting yourself up for a prosperous career.

APPRENTICESHIP STRUCTURE

Our apprenticeship spans five years, meticulously structured to develop your expertise from the ground up. In the first three years, you'll immerse yourself in workshop-based skills, mastering the art of fabricating engineering marvels from stainless steel and turning client visions into reality. Concurrently, you'll attend college one day a week to complete your NVQ Level 3 qualification, seamlessly integrating theoretical knowledge with practical experience.

In the final two years of your apprenticeship, having achieved your NVQ Level 3, you'll transition to on-site work, where you'll continue to expand your skill set with real-world applications. Throughout the programme, your progress will be assessed regularly, and you'll receive skill-based pay rises as you reach key milestones, ensuring your dedication and growth are rewarded.

HOW TO APPLY

If you think you have what it takes to join the ranks of some of the best tradespeople in the industry, we encourage you to apply for our apprenticeship scheme. To submit your application, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing your passion, experience, and why you believe you are the perfect fit for Able Engineering. Use the form on the right-hand side of this page to upload your documents.

Applications are typically reviewed in February each year, followed by an interview process for candidates who pass the initial screening. However, we accept applications all year round, so feel free to get ahead of the game and submit your application at any time. We look forward to hearing from you and potentially welcoming you to the Able Engineering family.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER I APPLY?

Once you have submitted your CV and cover letter, here’s what you can expect:

  • Confirmation Email: You will receive an email from our office team confirming receipt of your submission within a few days.

  • Application Review: We review all applications in February each year.

  • Interview Invitation: Successful stage one candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview.

    • Aptitude Test: The interview process includes a test covering general knowledge with a maths and engineering bias.

    • Senior Team Interview: This is followed by an interview with our senior team.

  • Work Experience: If you pass the interview stage, you may be asked to complete a week of work experience.

    • Flexible Scheduling: We will ensure the work experience timing fits around your high school study and exam schedule.

  • Formal Offer: If you are successful in the interview and work experience, and feel the apprenticeship is the right fit, you will receive a formal offer letter.

  • Contract and Induction: After accepting the offer, you will receive a formal contract for your review and signature.

    • College Course Applications: Able Engineering will handle your college course applications.

    • Induction Details: We will provide all details regarding your college and Able Engineering inductions and start dates.

We look forward to potentially welcoming you to our team and supporting your journey towards becoming a skilled tradesperson.