Fabricator
W&F Sheetmetal

**Please contact placements@gllen.org.au via your teacher to arrange this placement, please do not contact the employer directly** **Dates to be negotiated**

METAL FABRICATION OPPORTUNITY

W&F Sheetmetal is a source for all things sheet metal. Dedicated to giving customers the very best service with a focus on quality, efficiency and a personal approach to each job.

Founded by Daryl Watt, W&F Sheetmetal prides itself on offering competitive products for all existing and future customers.

Working with mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium and gal sheet, they serve industry sectors including:
Transport & Logistics
Agricultural
Defence
Engineering and advanced manufacturing
Architectural
Mining & Energy

An exciting opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in the field of Engineering and Manufacturing.

Possibility for on going work opportunities after placement for the right person.

Skills You Might Learn

Students may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable general employability skills such as:
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem solving
- Initiative and enterprise
- Planning and organising
- Self-management
- Learning
- Technology
Students may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their studies such as:
- Hands-on practical experience
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals
- Working in real-life scenarios and environments
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation and business
- Liaising and working with colleagues, bosses, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will have the opportunity to assist tradespeople who will be involved in various stages of metal fabrication and welding, which will include reading plans and drawing, preparing steel, cutting, welding, grinding and painting. Students will also assist in cleaning the workshop, unloading products, stacking steel and general duties as required.

Student Requirements

A genuine interest in metal fabrication, welding, cutting, rolling, grinding.

Dress Requirements

Student to wear industry appropriate work wear and safety boots.

Special Transport Requirements

Public transport available

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• 22470VIC - Certificate II in Engineering Studies
• MEM20105 - Certificate II in Engineering