Apprentice Inspection Engineer

BROOKES BELL LLP

Bidston Wirral (CH41 7EL)

Closes in 12 days (Thursday 26 March 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 13 March 2026

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Summary

During the Non-Destructive Testing 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

£14,722.50 to £23,809.50, depending on your age

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Training course
Non-destructive technologies technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm. 1 hour lunch break.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

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

  • Assisting those personnel at Inspection Engineer level and above in performing NDT on a wide range of Marine and land-based assets.
  • Corrosion mapping utilising complex ultrasonic and electromagnetic methods.
  •  Modelling of inspection data.
  • Work as part of a project team to produce detailed, technical inspection reports.
  • Assisting in failure investigations.
  • Assist in equipment functionality checks & calibrations.
  • Perform any assigned tasks with due diligence regarding Brookes Bell’s integrated quality management systems.

Where you'll work

The Lab at Brookes Bell
Units 13 14a Valley Road Industrial Estate
Bidston Wirral
CH41 7EL

Training

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

Training provider

LAVENDER INTERNATIONAL NDT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

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.

Training schedule

The apprenticeship programme is designed to gain skills and technical expertise to become a certified NDT Technician 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 and create an improvement plan. 

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

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • Mathematics (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 skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Writing Skills
  • CAD & 3D modelling Software

Other requirements

A BSc in Engineering or relevant scientific discipline is desired.

A willingness to travel globally for work.

About this employer

Brookes Bell provides multidisciplinary technical and scientific consultancy to the maritime and energy industries.

The Lab provides services in forensic engineering analysis, investigation and testing including NDT.

The NDT department specialises in advanced electromagnetic testing and ultrasonic testing, working for clients such as the Royal Navy, MOD and a wide range of commercial entities.

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Company benefits

  • 22 days of annual leave
  • Life assurance
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Optional dental cover and gym subsidy

After this apprenticeship

Upon completion of the apprenticeship and satisfactory performance in the role the individual will be promoted to be an Inspection Engineer in the following January or July.

Career Progression in the years following is determined by meeting relevant targets. Promotion applications are accepted twice a year in July and January.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LAVENDER INTERNATIONAL NDT CONSULTANCY SERVICES LIMITED

Tracey Wilson

tracey@lavener-ndt.com

01226 765769

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000017924.

Apply now

Closes in 12 days (Thursday 26 March 2026 at 11:59pm)