Fabricator Review

Marking out, and fabricating stainless steel components and work pieces in order to refit/overhaul the galley of the frigates and submarines within the navy. We also refurbish any products that come off the ships that can be re-used. It is all bespoke stainless steel work which is custom made.

The organisation of the course overall has been both good and bad at times. The organisation within the workplace and dockyard has been good, however the organisation within the college has not matched that of the workplace. At times it has been very challenging to stay motivated within the college.

Our employer provides a great amount of support with many options to take if you need help or support. The union presence also in the yard is another line of support and help if needed. But overall the support supplied is good and you always have the option to speak to someone when needed.

Once again, the support you receive within the course has been good, although it was made difficult at college with the Covid situation as everything was up in the air and unsure of what would happen. But there was enough support to get us through the course and pass in the end

The knowledge and skills I have learnt through the course has definitely enabled me to work effectively within my role. I had next to no previous experience within engineering before the apprenticeship, so everything I currently know regarding my job I have learnt through the apprenticeship over the last four years.

Yes

It’s a well paid, interesting line of work to be in and will always be in work. The line of work within the dockyard is interesting and eye opening. Working on surface ships and submarines gives you a good insight of engineering features and how the ships work and function.