Apprentice Kitchen Fitter

Apprentices are a key part of our business we are committed to developing the next generation of our workforce. As an apprentice fitted interiors installer you will work with our experienced teams to install a range of kitchen, bedroom & bathrooms and gain experience and knowledge of the industry and be successful in achieving your apprenticeship.

We are looking for someone with integrity, who are self-reliant and highly motivated, with a natural willingness to get involved, someone who can solve problems and who takes pride in their work.

• The ability and desire to learn and develop a thorough knowledge of the skills, technology and safety procedures required to carry out the full range of tasks.
• Able to manage time efficiently and effectively.
• Able to communicate confidently with people at all levels.
• Willing to work as part of a dynamic team.
• Have an excellent manner with customers both external and internal.
• A keen eye for detail.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Professionally presentable at all time.

Core Skills:

• Survey locations and support sales of fitted interiors.
• Transport installation equipment and materials to site.
• Interpret and implement plans and designs.
• Prepare locations for assembly and placement of furniture.
• Set up, operate and maintain tools and equipment used to assemble and install furniture.
• Assemble components of fitted furniture.
• Install pre-installation/post-installation structures such as framework, boxing etc. ready for installation and/or decoration.
• Complete installation of fitted furniture and décor accessories in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and information and client requirements, e.g. install kitchens, bedrooms or bathrooms.
• The dry-fit installation of ancillary products for example appliances, bathroom suite, media equipment etc.
• Re-instate a location after assembly and placement of furniture.
• Handover completed installation to customers.
• Provide support to stakeholders including customers, contractors, designers.
• Carry out rectification or rework.

Qualification: Level 2 Fitted Interiors Installer Apprenticeship Standard

Assessment:

• Observation with questions
• Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
• Multiple-choice test

Venue: the Sheffield College, City Campus, Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RL

Attendance: Block release