Plate Welder Apprenticeship (Level 3)

Production: Understanding core manufacturing processes and how components are made on the shopfloor. Quality Control: Learning how industry-leading standards are applied, measured and maintained. Engineering Solutions: Developing real-world, problem-solving skills by supporting engineering challenges and continuous improvement projects.

Training:

You’ll join a multi award winning programme, where you’ll be matched with your own mentor, supported through regular reviews and guided by clear quarterly milestones.

From day one, you’re part of our team and will work on real-world projects across key industries, including energy, rail, defence and processing, supporting global customers and learning from our experienced engineers along the way.

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice is expected to progress into a permanent role as a plate welder / structural welder within the business (subject to performance and business needs).

With increased experience, additional welding qualifications and exposure to more complex projects, career progression may include:

Coded Multi-Positional Plate Welder Senior / Lead Welder Welding Coordinator Welding Inspector (with further qualifications such as CSWIP) Welding Supervisor Welding Quality Technician Welding Engineer (with further study and higher-level qualifications) Team Leader or Production Supervisor

Apprentices will develop highly transferable, industry-recognised skills across multiple manual welding processes and material groups. These skills provide opportunities to work across a wide range of sectors including Structural Steel, Marine, Defence, Process Plant, Transport and Heavy Engineering, both nationally and internationally.

We actively support continued professional development, including additional welding coding, specialist process training and progression to higher-level engineering qualifications such as HNC/HND or degree-level study where appropriate.

Employer Description:

Founded in 1977 and based in the heart of the UK’s advanced manufacturing region, we collaborate with global brands to deliver industry leading engineering solutions.

Working Hours :
Monday - Wednesday: College, 9am - 4.30pm. Thursday: Work, 7.30am - 4.30pm. Friday: Work, 7.30am - 12.30pm. (Subject to change).

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