Wage: £16,903.80 a year
Training course: Metal fabricator (level 3)
Hours: You will work Monday to Friday. Your start and finish times, including your shift pattern, will be determined by the employing company.
Start date: Wednesday 9 September 2026
Duration: 3 years 3 months
Positions available: 1

Summary

This is a 4-year apprenticeship in the field of welding at a world class castings facility which will involve welding of both ferrous and non-ferrous materials for the manufacture of aerospace and defence components. The candidate will gain customer approval for the welding of titanium and super alloy materials, working to precise procedures

Wage £16,903.80 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Metal fabricator (level 3) Hours You will work Monday to Friday. Your start and finish times, including your shift pattern, will be determined by the employing company. 39 hours a week Start date Wednesday 9 September 2026 Duration 3 years 3 months Positions available 1

What you'll do at work

Role & responsibilities:

On completion of apprenticeship the successful applicant will be competent in and responsible for the below disciplines:

Proficient in carrying out: MIG welding, TIG welding, Stick welding, MAG welding Drafting and part conceptualisation Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks) Fundamental grasp of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Consumable stock control i.e. weld wire, electrode, etc. Daily maintenance checks for chambers and welding sets Part cleanliness checks prior to accepting to the welding activity Proficient in TIG welding of titanium in a vacuum welding chamber Proficient in TIG welding of titanium outside of vacuum welding chamber Checks for chamber environment (oxygen PPM) pre weld Assessment of excavation site i.e. the condition of the prep for welding, this may involve manual dressing to suit Part cleaning through the Aqueous Degreasing Facility Upkeep of weld wire usage logs Welding components in accordance to the relevant WPS documentation Conduct relevant weld qualification tests as required Identify and follow correct metal work instructions, specifications, and drawings Mark out using appropriate tools and techniques Produce and assemble metal products to required specification and quality requirements Identify and follow correct joining instructions, specifications and drawings Produce work from structural materials Weld mapping (when required) Understanding of metallurgy Knowledge of the foundry process and, in particular, casting manufacture and weld repair of casting defect Become proficient in fabrication welding and design Conduct pre-fabrication cutting and sizing of required metallic materials In-depth understanding of casting upgrade Participation in casting upgrade Understanding of mould manufacture, both ceramic and sand Understanding of the NDT (non-destructive testing) department Proficient in the basic principles of melting and casting of both steel and titanium Spend time within, and ascertain a good understanding of, all activities within CTI's UKAS-accredited laboratory Achieve a proficient understanding of engineering design and manufacture Spend time in all manufacturing areas of the business Have a high-regard for Health & Safety Maintain a good standard of housekeeping Visual inspection of welds by other welders (post training) Responsibilities are not limited to the above

Where you'll work

Castings Technology International Ltd (Cti)Advanced Manufacturing ParkBrunel WayRotherhamS60 5WG

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

You will study on a Level 3 Metal Fabricator apprenticeship. On completion of this, you will gain a qualification in Engineering at Level 3 standard.

During the first year of the apprenticeship, your learning will take place at the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre based at Catcliffe, Rotherham, for an initial block of study on a full-time basis. After this, you will attend the training centre for one day a week for knowledge study.

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English Language (grade 4)Mathematics (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativePatience

About this employer

Castings Technology currently operates from a purpose-built facility in the heart of the Advanced Manufacturing Park in South Yorkshire, UK. The 10,000 m² facility houses the latest pattern-making, moulding, vacuum and air melt casting facilities together with support services.

The company has an exciting future ahead; having outgrown the current facility, plans are in place to move to a larger, 200,000 sq ft facility in Sheffield. The new premises will be ready to move into in late 2026 once new, state-of-the-art equipment has been installed.

After this apprenticeship

Completion of the University of Sheffield’s AMRC Training Centre apprenticeships are nationally recognised qualifications which are acknowledged and respected by employers across the world. These can open the door to many more opportunities, such as Engineering Management and Project Engineering positions across a range of sectors worldwide.

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