Craft Welder Apprenticeship 2025

You will be trained to:

Produce production welds using different welding methods such as MIG, TIG and MMA Working in a challenging and rewarding industry in support of construction within the workshop / construction site Supporting fabricators in the production of platforms, stairways and supporting structures as well as pipe fitters, producing pipework for the transfer of fluids

As an integral part of your apprenticeship your progress will be monitored and assessed against the Apprenticeship requirements. You will compile an evidence folder, demonstrating your areas of learning with accredited certificates of completion for elements of your training.

You will undertake knowledge, skills and behaviour assessments where you will be expected to clearly demonstrate your capability to perform as a Welder Apprentice.

Training:

This is a four-year scheme where the first year will be spent learning a range of hands-on engineering skills.

1st Year - training is delivered at our of-site training facility.

2nd, 3rd & 4th Years – Site placements in central workshops at Sellafield.

You will obtain the following qualifications:

Level 3 Apprenticeship ST0852 Plate Welder Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations EAL 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 site-based hours at Sellafield Ltd, which is 07:30-15:40 Monday - Friday. However you may be requested to start earlier and work hours.

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