Engineering Fabrication Apprenticeship
| Location: Adelaide Metro Area - SA |
Job ID: 589
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Job Description: An opportunity exists for the right person to undertake an Engineering Fabrication Apprenticeship.
It offers both on and off the job training. Candidates are required to have basic numeracy and literacy skills, enjoy working within a team environment and be motivated to forge a career in this industry. This is a skills shortage trade so attracts the Federal Governments Tools For Your Trade Initiative incentives, subject to eligibility. Award wages apply and public transport is available. To apply please fax your resume to Gary Simpson on (08) 8300 0134, or email gary.simpson@aigroup.asn.au
More information about this type of job.
Engineering – Fabrication – Welding
What does a Welding apprentice do?
An apprentice Welder is involved in:
- joining or severing metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components
- making metal parts used in construction and manufacturing plants
- welding parts, tools, machines and equipment
- constructing or repairing metal products by joining parts either manually (using one of several welding processed) or by machine. These parts are used to complete structures and equipment (egg ships, bridges, pipelines, vehicles, domestic appliances)
Welding usually involves applying heat to metal pieces to melt and fuse them together.
Welders use different welding processes and fillers depending on the type of metal, its size and shape and requirements for finished product strength.
Electric Arc Welding the heat created as electric current flows through an arc between the tip of the welding electrode and the metal.
Gas Welding (such as oxy-acetylene welding) the flame from the combustion of burning gases melts the metal.
Resistance Welding the metal piece itself is melted as currently flows through it, and no filler is added.
In both Arc and Gas Welding, filler materials are melted and added to fill the joint and make it stronger.
A typical welding project will involve:
- Developing a pattern for the project or following directions given in layouts, blueprints and work orders
- Cleaning and checking for defects and shape component parts, sometimes using a cutting torch and weld parts together.
Welders may also build up worn parts by welding layers of high-strength hard metal alloys onto them.
As a Welder you must be able to:
- study blueprints, specifications or other instructions to decide which welding method to use and other requirements
- clean and prepare metal surfaces for welding by flame cutting, heat cutting, gouging, bevelling, grinding or filing
- cut metal shapes using flame cutting torches
- preheat thick materials to required temperatures
- adjust machine variables to best suit the welding conditions
- fit attachments, connect hoses to gas tanks or welding leads and, connect power sources to the equipment used in welding operations
- guide torches or electrodes along lines of weld, either manually or by operating machine controls
- inspect and check welds and verify dimensions
- clean and smooth welds by filing, chiselling, grinding or polishing
- set up welding machines for other operators.
How long does a Welding apprenticeship last?
The nominal term is for four (4) years.
What would I need?
- good vision (glasses are acceptable)
- eye/hand co-ordination
- ability to concentration on detailed work
- ability to stand in one place for extended periods of time
- ability to work independently
- reliable transportation or access to reliable public transportation
- manual dexterity and a good sense of balances
- ability to work at heights
- strength required to move heavy ladders or set up scaffolding
- desire to do a precise and thorough job.
How do I get a Trade Certificate?
A trade certificate can be obtained by successfully completing on-the-job training at the employer’s work place and off-the-job training with an accredited training provider. For details of units of competency/modules that need to be completed during the apprenticeship to obtain a trade certificate, contact a training provider.
Posted: 2010-07-22 |
