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Location

Devonport, Devon | United Kingdom

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Job description

What you will do in your working day

This is no ordinary engineering apprenticeship. As a Non-Destructive Testing Engineering Technician, you’ll use various methods, such as ultrasonics, radiography and infrared thermography, to detect cracks and other imperfections in manufactured components, including those that have been in service for a period of time. 

It’s an exciting role where you'll be at the heart of crucial decisions. Whether to operate, repair, or replace a component will hinge on your precise findings. 

You'll gain a broad range of skills including: 

• Three Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods, including a complex method, such as ultrasonics, eddy current, radiography or infrared thermography.
• The ability to apply multiple scientific principles to identify flaws obscured by structural or volumetric features that are not necessarily visible on the surface.
• Formula-based engineering and the scientific principles underpinning relevant current technologies.
• How to use materials, equipment, tools, processes and products relating to NDT.
• Preparation of NDT procedures, technique sheets and work instructions for use by NDT operators.
• How to use and apply information from technical literature, codes of practice and industry standards.
• The limitations of standard tests and measurements relevant to their field of activity.  

You'll also enjoy spending time with our friendly NDT team and interacting with different parts of our business to expand your skills and knowledge.  

The training you will be getting

You'll be working towards a Level 3 NDT Engineering Technician Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship standard focuses on Quality Assurance, Health and Safety, Project Management and Leadership.

Your apprenticeship will primarily take place on-site. You’ll be immersed in real-world scenarios and gain hands-on learning experience that is both practical and effective.  

During your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to spend some time away at one of our training provider’s sites in Sheffield (carried out one week at a time), which will equip you with invaluable experience. Accommodation and travel will be provided. 

In the non-destructive testing sector, Apprentices are required to achieve industry-recognised NDT Level 2 certification in three methods in accordance with national and international standards.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you will move into a substantive position within the business. 

On finishing your apprenticeship, you’ll be ready to start an exciting career as a Non-Destructive Testing Engineering Technician, helping to support the Royal Navy’s fleet. 

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Salary

£13.32k per annum