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Apprenticeship as a Metal Worker, pecializing in Construction Technology 2026 (m/f/x)

Haren, Germany

ELA Container GmbH

Pupil

2026-08-01

Full-time

1,600 employees in 18 locations around the world with a fleet of 60,000+ circulating containers. Since ELA’s establishment in 1972, our business has continuously been expanding, we are specialists in mobile room solutions. Our family-run company based in Haren (Ems), Germany, is growing at a fast pace and we are actively looking for qualified and dedicated team players to join us locally, internationally and beyond. #LI-DNI ENG

Do you want to work with metal and see what you’ve created in the end? Then start your apprenticeship as a metalworker (m/f/x) and help us build custom container solutions based on blueprints. From cutting to assembly, you’ll be right in the thick of it, experiencing true craftsmanship.
Sound exciting? Then ELA Container is the perfect place for you! Here you’ll find exciting challenges, real opportunities for growth, and a strong team with a laid-back, friendly atmosphere.

Your future role

During your 3.5-year apprenticeship, you will learn about the various activities of a metalworker in the special construction of our containers. The training is offered by ELA Container GmbH. You can find more information about the company below.

Metalworkers specialising in construction technology manufacture and assemble roofs, façade elements, gates, window frames or protective grilles made of steel or other metals. You often make one-off pieces to customer specifications. You follow technical drawings when working and processing light metals or steel by hand or by machine. You cut metal plates, tubes or profiles, cut them to size and shape them. Then you weld, rivet or screw the individual components together. During on-site assembly, you also install locking and security systems and, for example, mechanical, hydraulic and electric drives for gate or sun protection systems. You also maintain and service their products.

What you bring to the team

Completed school education

Physical fitness is an advantage

Interest in math, technology and physics

Manual dexterity and spatial awareness

Ability to work in a team and independently

Very good knowledge of German and good written and spoken English

Our Benefits – Because You’re Our Priority at ELA

Single-shift system

Single-shift system

With us, you’ll be working in a single-shift system.

Trainee network

Trainee network

Our more than 40 employed trainees and integrated degree students will simplify the start to your career life and are always available to answer any questions you may have.

Transfer to permanent position

Transfer to permanent position

Your chances of being hired are very good once you’ve completed your training.

Trainee projects and events

Trainee projects and events

In addition to your work, you also have the opportunity to experience exciting trainee events and projects.

Corporate fitness

Corporate fitness

Our company fitness program: for just €30 a month, you can have access to thousands of gyms, swimming pools, and more throughout Germany, including unrestricted digital access.

Varying responsibilities

Varying responsibilities

ELA offers you a diverse range of activities at a global company, informal interaction with one another, and a whole host of opportunities to incorporate your own ideas.

Corporate Benefits

Corporate Benefits

The ELA Corporate Benefits portal offers attractive discounts on more than 1,500 brands from all relevant areas of life.

Fruits and drinks

Fruits and drinks

We offer you fresh fruit and beverages every day.

ELA Canteen

ELA Canteen

Our company restaurant serves up fresh, delicious lunches on a daily basis.

Hi, I’m Melanie!

I’ll be happy to answer your questions.

Contact me by email.

Melanie Eissing

HR Business Partnerin

melanie.eissing@container.de

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