Nuclear Welding Inspection Apprenticeship 2025

You will be carrying out detailed visual inspections. Making detailed records and giving technical feedback. Developing the confidence to challenge/question specifications throughout the manufacturing process. You will become trained in other techniques such as liquid penetrant and magnetic particle testing to detect surface breaking defects or you may also get the chance to do volumetric testing such as; Radiography and Ultra Sonic testing, which allows you to detect defects inside the weld. You will need to have the right attitude to health and safety, quality and following instructions.

The scheme will cover:

Material science Welding technology/welding inspection Non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques

Training:

You will have the opportunity to work towards a Level 4 Apprenticeship certificate, during this time you will work alongside existing welding inspectors at Sellafield Ltd and attend college one day per week.

1st Year – Training will be delivered at a local off-site training facility. You will learn basic hand, trade skills, welding techniques, reading engineering/fabrication drawings, taking measurements and a basic introduction into welding inspection. 2nd, 3rd and 4th Year – You will be placed in the welding inspection team on site/off site and in the supply chain learning about welding inspection, material defects and NDT techniques, i.e. Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Radiography and Ultrasonic Testing. We also carry out inspections off site as well which means we have to inspect manufactured items/equipment that our suppliers have made in their workshops to check it meets the required standard.

As an integral part of your apprenticeship your progress will be monitored and assessed against government standard requirements. You will compile an evidence folder, demonstrating your areas of learning with accredited certificates of completion for elements of your training. Within the last six months of your apprenticeship you will undertake an assessment by an independently appointed organisation, where you will be expected to clearly demonstrate your capability to perform as a Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician.

What qualifications will I obtain?

ST0292 Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician Apprenticeship Level 4 BTEC Higher National Certificate. Level 2 Welding Inspection qualification, which allows the NWIT to deploy and supervise welding inspection. Level 2 certification in two NDT techniques Performing Engineering Operations (PEO) NVQ Level 2 in Welding Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Operations and Maintenance (3 units only) BTEC HNC in Engineering Manufacture Award for Nuclear Industry Awareness (ANIA) Level 2 qualification

Training Outcome:
Following successful completion of your apprenticeship, we will look to retain you in a professional full time position at Sellafield Ltd. 

Employer Description:
Sellafield Ltd is a global centre for nuclear engineering management. We pioneered the harnessing of nuclear power to generate electricity for the country. Now the world is watching as we set international standards in high-hazard reduction. In short, we’re at the forefront of the industry.

Working Hours :
You will be required to work typical office based hours at Sellafield Ltd, which is 08:10 to 16:20, Monday to Friday. However you may be requested to start earlier and work hours such as; 07:00 to 15:10 or 07:30 to 15:40. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative