Apprentice Welding Trainer

Job DescriptionApprentice Welding Trainer (Secondment) - SubmarinesWhy Rolls-RoyceAn exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 Apprentice Welding Trainers to join Rolls-Royce Submarines.Were a leader in propulsion system design and development for the Royal Navys nuclear submarine fleet and the sole provider and technical authority.Join us and well provide an environment where you can be yourself. An inclusive digital-first culture that invests in you gives you a platform for continuous learning and access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career.As a welding tutor in this roll your focus will be teaching and training the future pressure vessel welders of our business. We have launched the Nuclear Skills Academy which has provided us with a large intake in apprentices for which we now need skilled individuals to teach them.When not tutoring you will be responsible for providing practical support to welding development projects and support to production.We offer excellent development a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus employee support assistance and employee discounts.Your needs are as unique as you are. We encourage flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working wherever possible so you can always be at your best - wherever and whenever you work.What you will be doing:You will be predominantly training the practical aspects of manual welding developing their manual welding skills along with the behavioural skills to meet the requirements of a Rolls-Royce pressure welder.Training of manual welding skills to young people to Xray standard in all positions and in multiple processes.Supervision of trainees in a class-based environment and assistance in the trainees theory-based development.Support of stock and consumable control and management within the welding school.Supervision of activities including use of machinery EG Band saw plasma cutting.Supervision and support of the welder qualification process including inspections and compliance.New employee welder training to include coaching of existing staff.Writing of training material weld procedures and inspection of completed welds to CSWIP standard.Acceptance of welds completed to the relevant stand of workmanship.Assisting trainees in the recording and writing of reports for their level NVQ 3 qualification.Working with apprentices to complete the RR training curriculum.Who were looking for:At Rolls-Royce we embrace agility are bold pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.To be successful in this role you will need to meet the following criteria:A strong background in practical manual welding (TIG MMA and MIG/flux core) to Xray standard is required for the role.CSWIP /welding diploma/IOSH or NEBOSH would be advantageous but not essential.Previous training experience in a similar role is advantageous.Understanding of welding processes related to manufacturing and engineering activities and a strong understanding of quality control.Consumable control and the process required to produce welds to the highest standards.Problem solving and the ability to work in a team environment.Excellent people skills good communicator flexible and adaptable to fluid situations.Were an equal opportunities employer. Were committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have the more successful well be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.We welcome applications from people with a refugee background.You can learn more about our global inclusion strategy at To work for the Rolls-Royce Submarines Business an individual has to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if the individual does not currently already have this in place.Due to the nature of work the Business conducts and the protection of certain assets a person has to be a UK national or in MoD approved cases a Dual National from a non ITAR country.Closing Date - 02/12/25Job CategoryManufacturing EngineeringPosting Date25 Nov 2025; 00:11Posting End Date01 Dec 2025 Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Healthcare Attorney,Desktop Support,Data Entry Operation,Home Care,Adobe Photoshop Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1