Sponsorship verdict
No sponsorship evidence yet
No government record and no wording either way. Not a refusal: ask the recruiter.
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No government sponsor record hereThis employer posted directly and does not match a government sponsor register.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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Can’t check pay against the visa rulesNo salary stated. Ireland Critical Skills Employment Permit needs at least €40,904 a year (General Employment Permit: €36,605).
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Can’t check pay against the visa rules
- No salary stated. Ireland Critical Skills Employment Permit needs at least €40,904 a year (General Employment Permit: €36,605). Source: https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/what-we-do/workplace-and-skills/employment-permits/permit-types/critical-skills-employment-permit/, rules effective 2026-03-01.
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Sponsorship unknown
No register record and no sponsorship wording in the posting. Worth asking the employer before investing significant time.
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About the role
In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
In conjunction with SOLAS, the Metal Fabrication Apprentice will learn on-the-job skills to ultimately equip them to become a Metal Fabricator.
Direction for the role:
-Read 3D technical drawings to assess job requirements
-Use technologically advanced techniques such as BIM to extract job specific information
Measure, mark, cut and tack steel materials
-Engage in safe workshop practices including marking out, drilling, tapping, riveting
-Work with a variety of specialised hand and power tools
-Assemble components
-Install steel systems on sites
-Assist in various manufacturing processes; finishing, assembly etc.
-Adhere to safe systems of work and company policies and procedures
-Ensure compliance with all certification requirements, e.g. ISO9001 and EN1090
*This list serves as an overview of the role and responsibilities and is not exhaustive
Structure of Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship:
-Run in line with SOLAS guidelines
-Phased block releases to Education and Training Board facilities and Institutes of Technology
More information available here:
https://apprenticeship.ie/career-seekers/get-started/learn-more/engineering/metal-fabrication-l6
Competencies of the Metal Fabrication Apprentice:
-Successful completion of relevant Junior and/or Leaving Certificate subjects; e.g. Engineering, DCG, Construction Studies, Mathematics, Metalwork, Technical Graphics
-Proven aptitude for metal works, e.g. fabrication, welding work experience
-Desire to be part of an innovative and growing team
-Excellent team player
SOLAS entry requirements available here: https://apprenticeship.ie/career-seekers/get-started/learn-more/engineering/metal-fabrication-l6
Apply with current CV and official Leaving and/or Junior Certificate results to careers@ocarrollengineering.com stating Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship in the email title.
For more information please see apprenticeship.ie
Note: As part of the national apprenticeship system, there are formal requirements for approval of an employer's suitability to train apprentices and for registration of apprentices. Advertising on this site does not guarantee that Employers are approved to recruit and train for apprenticeship positions.
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