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NDT Technician Apprentice S T W (NON-DESTRUCTIVE) LTD

Non-destructive testing technician DPI/MPI/UT, Use of cranes and FLT’s for material movement. Carrying out inspection using different NDT methods to reveal any defects.

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Closing date: 12 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,335.00

    See job description for further details.

  • Working week

    Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm 37.5 hours per week (30 min unpaid lunch)

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    20 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000099259

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The NDT apprenticeship training programme prepares individuals with the skills and techniques to eventually take on a role within the NDT function. Non-destructive testing is a testing and analysis technique used by industry to evaluate the properties of products produced (predominantly steel) for characteristic differences or defects.

Generally, the following duties would be carried out within the role while under supervision

• Carrying out inspection using different NDT methods to reveal any defects
• Using techniques to interpret the data collected from the tests carried out
• Carrying out visual examinations of the product
• Operation of specific test equipment
• Marking any defects found and following the necessary procedures to rectify the defects
• Creating reports detailing the findings from the inspections 

• Preparing materials for presentations of results from inspections and recommendations for rectification of defects
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and standards for the products requiring inspection.

Salary: 

£5.30 per hr initially (£10,335 per annum)

£6.83 per hr after successful qualification of one method (£13,318.50 per annum)

£9.18 per hr after successful qualification of 2 methods (£17,901 per annum)

£10.25 per hr after successful qualification of 3 methods (£19,987.50 per annum)

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Non-destructive Testing Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard.

All training and learning to be delivered on site. 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

All our apprentice contracts are a minimum of three years in duration. It is expected that once the apprenticeship has been completed within the three years, the apprentice(s) will apply for their first substantive position.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Interest in materials, Interest in metallurgy, Interest in science, Good computer literacy, Keen to learn, Enthusiastic, Self-Motivated, Good communicator, Good timekeeper, Confident, Team player, Personable attitude

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths, Science and English (Grade 9/4) Essential

Things to consider

Role will require possible operation of crane and FLT. Will require manual lifting and standing for long periods. The apprentice will receive the same benefits as all employees with regards holidays, pension etc. 23 days annual leave plus stats (3 holidays will have to be used for Christmas period) Driving licence not needed but will need to be able to commute to premises.

About the employer

STW (Non-Destructive) Ltd is one of the region’s leading non-destructive testing sub-contractors. From our modern, fully equipped facility in Sheffield, we deliver a wide range of in-house services, with the ability to provide testing and inspection services on-site thanks to our fleet of vehicles and dedicated engineers. We specialise in testing bars, forgings, castings and fabrications in materials, including ferritic, austenitic and duplex steels, nickel-based alloys, copper alloys, including brasses and bronzes, aluminium and titanium.

Employer

S T W (NON-DESTRUCTIVE) LTD

Address

STW (Non-Destructive) Ltd

Trent Street

Sheffield

S9 3XU

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Training

Training provider

SKILLS TRAINING UK LIMITED

Contact

Josh Morgan

joshmorgan@skillstraininguk.com

01922 660546

Apprenticeship standard

Non-destructive testing (NDT) operator

Level 2 (GCSE)

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