Job Description

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Apprentice Welder
Bilfinger
Hinkley Point C

Level 3 Pipe Welding (48 months)
Starting Salary - £10.20 p/h to increase annually
Entry requirements:
GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English Language is preferable, but the right candidate can complete Functional Skills Level 2 alongside this apprenticeship (must pass before the End Point Assessment (EPA)).
Must be aged 17 or over when the apprenticeship starts.

Purpose:

To develop practical and theoretical welding skills while completing a Level 3 Welding qualification. The role combines practical, on-the-job training with formal apprenticeship learning to develop the technical skills, safety awareness, and industry knowledge required to become a competent welder.

Key Responsibilities - Technical & Practical Duties

• Carry out welding activities using approved processes (e.g. MMA, MIG/MAG, TIG) in line with drawings, procedures, and specifications• Prepare materials, joints, and equipment prior to welding activities
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, and job instructions
• Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and other materials as required by the business
• Inspect completed welds for quality, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with standards
• Use hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment safely and correctly
• Follow welding procedures, risk assessments, and method statements
• Complete job documentation, weld records, and apprentice logbooks accurately
• Proactively seek feedback and coaching to improve welding technique and efficiency
• Support more experienced welders and fabricators as required

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all site health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and risk assessments.
• Report hazards, near misses, and incidents promptly.
• Comply with company policies and industry regulations.

Learning & Development

• Attend college as part of the apprenticeship programme.
• Work towards relevant vocational qualifications.
• Seek feedback and demonstrate continuous improvement.
• Develop knowledge of materials, systems, and industry best practice

For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.