Plate Welder Apprenticeship

During the apprenticeship, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work as a competent plate welder, including:

• Planning and preparing welding activities safely and effectively.
• Interpreting technical drawings, specifications and welding procedures.
• Preparing materials, equipment and work areas for welding.
• Using manual arc welding processes such as MIG/MAG, MMA, FCAW, TIG or PAW.
• Producing welds using different materials, joint configurations and welding positions, including vertical and overhead welding.
• Monitoring welding parameters and quality requirements.
• Identifying and rectifying welding defects.
• Carrying out inspections and quality checks to industry standards.
• Following health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Completing production documentation and contributing to continuous improvement processes.

The apprenticeship is assessed through a rigorous, robust and independent End-Point Assessment (EPA). The EPA tests whether the apprentice can demonstrate the duties, knowledge, skills and behaviours required by the occupational standard and perform competently in the role of a Plate Welder. Assessment is carried out by an approved End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO)

Every employer is different and therefore the entry requirements can vary. As a guide, you will need GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths. However, we will work with you and provide additional support to help you achieve their requirements, either prior to your apprenticeship or during the delivery of your programme.