Craft Pipefitter Apprenticeship 2025

You will be trained to:

Develop and manufacture patterns. Fabricate pipework. Assemble and install pipework. As part of the role you will need to wear personal protective equipment when working in active areas (such as full PVC suiting, gloves and respirators) and work in confined spaces or at heights.

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 Pipefitter 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 local of-site training facility. 2nd, 3rd & 4th Years – Site placement in central workshops at Sellafield.

You will obtain the following qualifications:

Level 3 ST0162 Engineering Construction Pipefitter Apprenticeship Level 3 Technical Certificate Level 3 NVQ Award for Nuclear Industry Awareness (ANIA) Level 2 Qualification
Level 3 Diploma in Installing Engineering Construction plant and Systems (RQF) – Pipefitting Level 3 Diploma provided as a recognised accredited standard

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 7:30am-3:40pm Monday to Friday. However, you may be requested to start earlier and work hours. Shifts TBC

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