Non-Destructive Testing Apprentice

AXIOM ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES LTD

Hull, Stockton-on-Tees

Closes on Monday 30 June 2025

Posted on 20 May 2025


Summary

During the Non-Destructive Technologies Technician apprenticeship, the applicant will gain PCN qualifications that are internationally recognised. The applicant will also have the opportunity to shadow existing NDT technicians on and off site.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Non-destructive technologies technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 4 August 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

3

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Carry out NDT and ensuring that work is in accordance with the appropriate standard and procedure
  • Capable of working alone and/or part of a team when carrying out NDT
  • Maintain an accurate record of site results with the intention of transferring data onto specific reporting template
  •  Writing of NDT reports to a suitable standard detailing all areas of test, restrictions and results
  •  Assisting within other departments (materials and mechanical engineering) whilst gaining an appreciation of the various aspects that they carry out as a function of Axiom
  • Ensure that all work is performed efficiently and in a timely manner
  • Carry out work in accordance with Company, Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems

Where you'll work

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • Saltend Chemicals Park, Hedon Road, Hull, HU12 8DS
  • 14 Woodstock Court, Bowesfield Crescent, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 3BL

Training

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

College or training organisation

LAVENDER INTERNATIONAL NDT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

Your training course

Non-destructive technologies technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Identify, organise, and use resources to complete inspections, tests or monitoring on materials, products plant or machinery for the non-destructive technology.
  • Plan, prepare for, and apply inspections, tests, or monitoring on materials, product plants or machinery using non-destructive technology.
  • Use project management techniques throughout project phases. For example, project justification, planning, analysis, execution, and conclusions.
  • Implement quality control procedures.
  • Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures. Apply safe systems of work.
  • Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace. Advise on and apply control measures.
  • Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations and procedures. Segregate resources for re-use, recycling, and disposal of waste. Use resources efficiently. Apply sustainability principles.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings. For example, weld or component configuration.
  • Identify and report on progress of work, and issues or concerns of the non-destructive technology method.
  • Apply maintenance practices and techniques for tools, materials, and equipment. For example, clean, lubricate, replace parts.
  • Select, configure, use, and operate tools and equipment.
  • Apply and review inspection and monitoring procedures.
  • Perform non-destructive technology methods in line with national and international standards applicable to the test or monitoring method. For example, ISO 17359, EN 4179 and ISO BS EN: 16810 Standards.
  • Apply non-destructive technology methods and techniques. For example, vibration analysis, ultrasonics, radiography, thermography, eddy current.
  • Identify problems and apply analytical tools to identify causes and solutions. For example, root cause analysis. Review the effectiveness of methods deployed, actions and results.
  • Collect and interpret technical or analytical information or datasets from performed non-destructive technology tests.
  • Apply team working principles including provide information, guidance, or training to colleagues or stakeholders.
  • Apply, equity, diversity, and inclusion procedures.
  • Write technical reports.
  • Communicate verbally with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Use information technology. For example, for document creation, communication, and information management. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.
  • Identify, organise, and use resources to complete inspections, tests or monitoring on materials, products plant or machinery for the non-destructive technology.
  • Plan, prepare for, and apply inspections, tests, or monitoring on materials, product plants or machinery using non-destructive technology.
  • Use project management techniques throughout project phases. For example, project justification, planning, analysis, execution, and conclusions.
  • Implement quality control procedures.
  • Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures. Apply safe systems of work.
  • Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace. Advise on and apply control measures.
  • Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations and procedures. Segregate resources for re-use, recycling, and disposal of waste. Use resources efficiently. Apply sustainability principles.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings. For example, weld or component configuration.
  • Identify and report on progress of work, and issues or concerns of the non-destructive technology method.
  • Apply maintenance practices and techniques for tools, materials, and equipment. For example, clean, lubricate, replace parts.
  • Select, configure, use, and operate tools and equipment.
  • Apply and review inspection and monitoring procedures.
  • Perform non-destructive technology methods in line with national and international standards applicable to the test or monitoring method. For example, ISO 17359, EN 4179 and ISO BS EN: 16810 Standards.
  • Apply non-destructive technology methods and techniques. For example, vibration analysis, ultrasonics, radiography, thermography, eddy current.
  • Identify problems and apply analytical tools to identify causes and solutions. For example, root cause analysis. Review the effectiveness of methods deployed, actions and results.
  • Collect and interpret technical or analytical information or datasets from performed non-destructive technology tests.
  • Apply team working principles including provide information, guidance, or training to colleagues or stakeholders.
  • Apply, equity, diversity, and inclusion procedures.
  • Write technical reports.
  • Communicate verbally with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Use information technology. For example, for document creation, communication, and information management. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
  • Carry out and record learning and development activities.

Your training plan

The apprenticeship programme is designed to gain skills and technical expertise to become a certified NDT Operator in three NDT Methods. This includes health and safety training, 1-to-1 mentoring, seminars, practical work experience sessions, and on-the-job training.

The candidates will keep records of their learning and experience throughout the programme.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship scheme, further PCN qualifications may be gained. 

Qualifications include:

  • Internationally recognised certification in 3 PCN NDT methods
  • Non-Destructive Testing NDT Technologies Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Mathematics (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

  • IT skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this company

Axiom is a specialist Engineering Consultancy in the fields of Materials Engineering, Corrosion and Mechanical Engineering in addition to being a UKAS Accredited Inspection body. We have grown successfully and now operate a global operation from offices in Stockton-on-Tees, England. Other regional hubs we provide consultancy support to are in Runcorn, Hull and Grangemouth, expanding our operational footprint. Are you interested in joining a dynamic and ambitious company where your contribution is vital to maintain the safe delivery of innovative engineering solutions? Providing an insight into Inspection, Materials and Mechanical Engineering.

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After this apprenticeship

Possibility of a full-time position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LAVENDER INTERNATIONAL NDT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

Tracey Wilson

tracey@lavender-ndt.com

01226 765769

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000321721.

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Closes on Monday 30 June 2025

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