Engineering Apprentice - Welder
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Position Overview & Specifications
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Komatsu is an international leader in the field of construction and mining equipment. The Company headquarters are in Tokyo and we employ around 63,000 people worldwide. Komatsu UK Ltd is based in Birtley, close to Gateshead, and employs over 500 people engaged in the design and manufacture of medium-sized hydraulic excavators.
Our Apprentice Programme is well established and we are proud to see the success and development of our employees who began their career on the Apprentice Programme. We have a strong ethos of continuous improvement, and welcome ideas and suggestions from our employees.
We are looking for Engineering Apprentices to join our Fabrication Department.
What will I do?
Initially you will be based at the TDR Training Centre in Long Benton where you will work to achieve your NVQ Level 2 in General Welding.
Once you have completed your initial training, you will spend the remainder of the four year apprenticeship working at Komatsu UK in the Fabrication Department.
In conjunction with TDR you will work to achieve your NVQ Level 3 Plate Welder and Advanced Apprenticeship.
What you will learn
- How to work safely;
- How to weld large steel components to a high quality standard;
- How to operate machinery such as overhead cranes, air tools and manipulators;
- How to follow work procedures/drawings;
- Team work and continuous improvement.
Salary and Benefits
- Starting salary is £16,693 with regular increases
- 26 days holiday each year
- Company Gym
- Better Health at Work Programme
- Active Sports and Social Club with charity fundraising opportunities
- Opportunities for learning and development throughout your career
Future Prospects
There will be the opportunity to secure permanent employment on successful completion of the Apprenticeship.
Requirements
We are looking for individuals with a keen interest in welding, who are enthusiastic, reliable and have the willingness to work hard within an engineering environment.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of, or expect to attain, 4 GCSE’s grade 4-9, to include Maths and English, or equivalent.
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £16,693.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/05/2023
Expected start date: 04/09/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Engineering Apprentice - Welder roles across Komatsu UK Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £16,693 - £16,693 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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