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Welding apprentice

Central Piling LTD · Bluebridge Industrial Estate · posted 14 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Engineering operative (level 2)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
8 August 2026
Positions
1

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The individual will be required to build and maintain our piling equipment using the welding skills that they acquire. On site Welding supervisor will aid with instructions and guidance regarding the repairs and help the individual when required.

As you progress, you may be asked to help on more tasking jobs and help fabricated some of our equipment.

Once fully qualified, further qualifications are a potential as you progress with Central Piling.

Day to day responsibilities will include:

  • Hard facing
  • Equipment repair
  • House keeping
  • Fabrication
  • Slinging equipment

Your training

  • The apprentice will be working towards the Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship Standard - The Welding & Fabrication Pathway (Option 4 Fabrication Role)
  • This is a 12-18-month duration apprenticeship with college attendance required once per week at Colchester Institute's Braintree Campus, transport from Colchester campus provided

Where it leads

Once qualified and you have been with us for a while the option to become a coded welder will become an option.

About Central Piling LTD

We are a construction contractor that work with our clients to install piles that act as part of building foundations.

With our fleet of continuous flight auger CFA, rotary bored and driven rigs of various sizes we can cater for most piling and retaining wall needs. Our team’s technical, logistical and operational strengths provide clients with a flexible and reliable solution to their foundation needs across England and Wales. We pride ourselves on understanding the environment within which we work and being a responsible contractor.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailProblem solving skillsTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE maths and English (grade 9-2/A*-E) — essential

Where you'll work

  • RAWDEN ENTERPRISE PARK, SIXTH AVENUE, BLUEBRIDGE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, HALSTEAD, CO9 2FL

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