Apprentice Welder

Summary

A four-year pathway building the foundation for a long-term career as a coded welder. Provides practical hands-on training and work experience through structured training that allows specific welding skill development.

Wage: £14,526.20 a year
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Training course: Metal fabricator (level 3)
Hours: At SETA - Working week Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:00 and Friday, 08:00 - 12:30. At A&P Tyne - Working week Monday - Thursday, 07.00 - 15.00 and Friday, 07.00 - 14.30.
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 15 September
Duration: 3 years 6 months
Positions available: 5

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Attend college courses related to engineering, welding and fabrication to gain theoretical knowledge and industry certifications
Learn and apply different welding techniques, such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding, under the guidance of experienced professionals
Understand how to interpret fabrication drawings, weld procedure documentation and weld inspection procedures
Assist experienced welders with various welding tasks, including cutting, shaping, and joining metal parts
Work on a variety of projects to become commercially aware of the project requirements, cost and timescales as dictated by process requirements
Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time and to company standards
Keep track of materials and tools needed for projects and report any shortages to supervisors
Continuously improve skills and knowledge through hands-on experience and training
General housekeeping, cable management and safe working practices in the fabrication halls and throughout the facility

Where you’ll work

C/O A&P Tyne Limited
Wagonway Road
Hebburn
Tyne And Wear
NE31 1SP

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

SUNDERLAND ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Your training course

Metal fabricator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Work safely at all times, comply with health & safety legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Comply with environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Obtain, check and use the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation).
Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity.
Undertake the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment.
Carry out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment.
Deal promptly and effectively with problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel.
Complete any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity.
Restore the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location.
Identify and follow correct Metal work instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Mark out using appropriate tools and techniques.
Cut and form Metal for the production or maintenance of fabricated products.
Produce and assemble Metal products to required specification and quality requirements.
Identify and follow correct joining instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Carry out the relevant preparation before starting the joining fabrication activity.
Set up, check, adjust and use joining and related equipment.
Weld joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements.
Work safely at all times, comply with health & safety legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Comply with environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements.
Obtain, check and use the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation).
Carry out relevant planning and preparation activities before commencing work activity.
Undertake the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment.
Carry out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment.
Deal promptly and effectively with problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel.
Complete any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity.
Restore the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location.
Identify and follow correct Metal work instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Mark out using appropriate tools and techniques.
Cut and form Metal for the production or maintenance of fabricated products.
Produce and assemble Metal products to required specification and quality requirements.
Identify and follow correct joining instructions, specifications, drawing etc.
Carry out the relevant preparation before starting the joining fabrication activity.
Set up, check, adjust and use joining and related equipment.
Weld joints in accordance with approved welding procedures and quality requirements.

Your training plan

Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations
Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Level 3 Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Certificate
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)
Science (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Physical fitness

Other requirements

Annual wage, Company Pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Health Shield, Death in Service benefit Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy materials and work in various positions Willingness to adhere to all safety protocols and company policies

About this company

At A&P Group we understand the importance of nurturing careers and developing the future of our workforce, as well as developing the vital skills our industry needs to secure the future of British shipbuilding. Are you ready to embark on an exciting career with us? Our ambition is to bridge the current labour gap that our industry faces, aligning with the National Shipbuilding Strategy and equipping young people with skills that add value to the maritime industry

After this apprenticeship

Future Prospects On completion of your apprenticeship, you will be time served in your trade and will be offered a permanent position with A&P
Once qualified there is the possibility of a number of career paths through further development and training opportunities. Ours is a challenging and rewarding sector. We are committed to supporting career progression

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SUNDERLAND ENGINEERING TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Suzanne Jovanovic

Suzanne.Jovanovic@seta.co.uk

0191 416 2860

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000303504.

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Closes on Wednesday 11 June 2025

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Company’s application instructions

Please click the 'Click here to apply' link under the application process header. Any Questions? Please email Suzanne Jovanovic at SETA, Washington: Suzanne.Jovanovic@seta.co.uk

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