Level 3 Plate Welding Apprenticeship - Komatsu

Apprenticeship Description

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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 65,000 people worldwide. We have a history of over 100 years “creating value together” through quality, technology and manufacturing innovation. Komatsu UK Ltd is based in Birtley, close to Gateshead, and employs over 400 people engaged in the design and
manufacture of medium-sized hydraulic excavators.

Our Apprentice Programme is well established and we are proud to provide guidance, support and growth opportunities to help 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?
You will be working at Komatsu UK in the Fabrication Department for the duration of the three year apprenticeship. You will spend four days each week in the Fabrication Department and the remaining day each week you will be at Newcastle College Energy Academy in Wallsend. In conjunction with Newcastle College you will work to achieve an 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 and drawings
- Team work and continuous improvement

Salary and Benefits
- Starting salary is £17,198 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.

Interested?
Join us for a Factory Tour to explore our site, learn about our operations and discover the various apprenticeships we offer. Tours will take place on Wednesday 18 March at 11am and 3pm, or Tuesday 24 March at 4pm. If you’d like to attend a Factory Tour please email HRTeam.UK@komatsu.eu stating which day and time is best for you.

Closing date for applications is 31 March 2026