Closing Date:

10 September, 2026

Expected Duration:

1 Year 6 Months

Apprenticeship Level:

Intermediate

Number of Positions:

4

Hours per week:

37

Wage Information:

£15,392 a year

Employer's Website:

Address:

Mossfield Road

Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire

ST3 5BW

Description

Don Bur (Bodies & Trailers) Ltd have a fantastic opportunity for a Trailer Body Build Apprentice to join their company to assist in the assembly and fitting of bodies to trailers and rigid bodies.

Training Description:

Engineering Operative Level 2.

Full Description:
  • Learning how to MIG weld steel up to 12mm thickness
  • Learning how to weld other materials such as stainless steel, alloys, etc.
  • Learn how to operate CNC lasers
  • Learn how to operate robotic welding machines
  • Become fully competent in the use of hand and air tools
  • Understand how to read and work from detailed fabrication drawings
  • Become capable of working to demanding deadlines
  • Complete off-the-job training and portfolio work as part of the apprenticeship programme
Outcome Description:

Once the probation period is over you will be placed on an NVQ training course to become a fully qualified Fitter. We are invested in continuous career development throughout your employment and a keen interest in engineering is crucial for this role. On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate will achieve a nationally recognised engineering apprenticeship qualification.

Qualifications on completion of the apprenticeship.

As well as gaining a broad range of professional knowledge and experience, you will gain academic and vocational qualifications such as the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship Standard. You will also achieve Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills), as well as a Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge).

Description of Working Week:

Monday – Friday, 7.30am – 4.30pm (if under the age of 18).

Monday – Friday, 7.30am – 5.00pm (if over the age of 18).

Skills Required:
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness
  • positive attitude
Qualifications Required:
  • GCSE English 3+ Essential
  • GCSE Mathamatics 3+ Essential
Things To Consider:
Employer Description:

Don-Bur designs innovative trailers and rigid bodywork that reduce fuel use, minimise downtime, and streamline operations – all with safety being paramount.

We’re passionate about staying ahead. Our dedicated R&D team pushes boundaries, testing new ideas with customers. This commitment has resulted in industry-leading solutions like the award-winning Safe Ground Coupling and “EBS-Safe” systems. We’re dedicated to improving safety, efficiency, and value for our customers.