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Programme title: Welding ApprenticeshipLevel:&nbsp;3Salary: £17,001Location: Ashton House, BristolApplication closing date: 12th March 2026Programme start date: September 2026Role ID:68252Interested in becoming an elite welder creating safety-critical products? Launch your career through our fantastic 4-year Welding Apprenticeship.About the programme This isn’t your typical welding job. Join us, and you’ll train in state-of-the-art facilities to achieve top-tier standards. You will learn to weld complex joints using TIG, MIG, MAG, Manual Metal Arc, and Flux-Cored Arc welding techniques, making you a highly skilled specialist.Working alongside experts, you’ll collaborate on products like submarine components to help keep navies safe at sea. When lives depend on quality, attention to detail matters.Gaining hands-on experience, you’ll:<ul><li>Excel at welding complex joints in exotic metals.</li><li>Achieve stringent codes for naval welding quality.</li><li>Hone workshop skills like machining and hand-fitting.</li><li>Diagnose and solve challenging welding defects.</li><li>Operate the latest robotic welding equipment.</li></ul>Your education/trainingYou'll study towards the Level 3 Plate Welder Apprenticeship standard at Weston College, developing the knowledge and competencies for your role.Future prospects After qualifying, you’ll begin an exciting career as a coded welder at Babcock. With your advanced skills, you can progress to roles like welding engineer.What you’ll need&nbsp; <ul><li>A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), including Maths, English Language and a Science, or equivalent qualifications.</li></ul><ul type="disc"><li>Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>).</li></ul>What you’ll get We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.In addition, you’ll benefit from:<ul type="disc"><li>Fully funded qualification&nbsp;</li><li>Personal development training and opportunities</li><li>Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays</li><li>Competitive pension scheme&nbsp;</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal</li></ul>You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.Your career developmentIt’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.Application process and closing dates&nbsp;&nbsp; Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.

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Job Title: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; CNC Skilled MachinistLocation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ashton Vale, BristolCompensation:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Competitive Salary + BenefitsRole Type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full time / PermanentRole ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SF 70454At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a CNC Skilled Machinist at our Ashton Vale, Bristol site.Mission Systems is engaged in long-term contracts to supply critical components for submarine weapon handling equipment, supporting both current and future fleets. This 10+ year project plays a vital role in global defence and security.The Role As a CNC Skilled Machinist, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. Day to day, you will be operating small to large machine tools whilst manufacturing complex components ranging in size from small (less than a kilo) to large (up to 5 tonnes), across a variety of different materials. You will carry out the machining activities in line with best practice and procedures completing operations safely on time to quality requirements. You’ll also:<ul type="disc"><li>Capture issues during manufacturing and escalate appropriately to minimise impact to delivery&nbsp;</li><li>Team player and active participant in supporting continuous improvement initiatives&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure next job readiness and preparations are taken ahead of requirement&nbsp;</li><li>Adherence to health &amp; safety policies including risk assessments, check sheets, start of shift checks etc</li></ul>This full-time role at Ashton Vale, Bristol, offers a 36-hour workweek on days, or 37-hour early and late shift pattern with shift premium. Experience of the CNC Skilled Machinist<ul type="disc"><li>Time served Machinist in Defence or Aerospace Industry or equivalent, manufacturing small/large components on CNC machines with 2 years’ experience in role alongside:</li><li>Knowledge in various Milling machining techniques and processes and equipment</li><li>Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, Inspection, welding &amp; assembly)</li><li>Experience with Heidenhain programming, and use of overhead cranes -&nbsp;advantageous but training will be arranged if required</li></ul>Security Clearance The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>. What we offer<ul type="disc"><li>Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.</li><li>Generous holiday allowance</li><li>Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance</li><li>Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Employee shopping savings portal</li><li>Payment of Professional Fees</li><li>Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave</li><li>Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement</li><li>‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity</li></ul> Babcock International&nbsp;For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@babcockinternational.com" target="_blank">careers@babcockinternational.com</a>&nbsp;with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing Date: 09/01/2026

CNC Machinist

Job Title:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Welder InstructorLocation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Chippenham, WiltshireCompensation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; £40,625.38 - £41,692.59 Depending on Experience + BenefitsRole Type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Full time / Permanent Role ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;SF69647Inspire the next generation of military engineers through hands-on technical trainingAt Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Welder Instructor at MOD Lyneham, near Chippenham, Wiltshire.The roleAs a Welder Instructor, you’ll deliver practical and theoretical training in welding, fabrication, and machining to military trainees. This is a unique opportunity to use your technical expertise to shape future defence capability, support national security, and grow your own career in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.You’ll be part of our Land Training business unit, supporting the Electro Mechanical Training Contract (EMTC.) Your work will directly contribute to Babcock’s reputation for excellence in defence education and the long-term capability of the armed forces.Day-to-day you’ll be:<ul><li>Delivering practical and theoretical instruction in workshop disciplines using modern teaching methods</li><li>Monitoring trainee progress and providing feedback and remedial support</li><li>Preparing lesson plans, assessments, and training materials aligned with course specifications</li><li>Maintaining workshop safety, equipment accountability, and compliance with MOD and Babcock standards</li><li>Contributing to course development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul>The role is based onsite at MOD Lyneham, and the set working times are Monday to Friday, totalling 37 hours per week.Essential experience of the Welder Instructor:<ul><li>Supervisory experience in a technical or engineering setting</li><li>Proven experience in a relevant working environment</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook</li></ul>Qualifications for the Welder Instructor:<ul><li>A welding-related apprenticeship and/or qualification to a recognised Level 3</li></ul>Security ClearanceThe successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>.What we offer<ul><li>Generous holiday allowance</li><li>Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance</li><li>Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Employee shopping savings portal</li><li>Payment of Professional Fees</li><li>Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave</li><li>Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually.</li><li>‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity</li><li>Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.</li></ul>Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.&nbsp;We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@babcockinternational.com" target="_blank">careers@babcockinternational.com</a> with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing date: 12/01/2026#LI-SJ1

Welder Instructor

Job Title:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Welding Engineering TechnicianLocation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ashton Vale, BristolCompensation:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Competitive Salary + BenefitsRole Type:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Full time / PermanentRole ID:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SF 69379At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Welding Engineering Technician at our Ashton Vale, Bristol site.The RoleAs a Welding Engineering Technician, you’ll be at the heart of delivering precision engineering for mission‑critical defence projects. Your work will help ensure large‑scale fabrications for weapons, submarines, and launch systems meet the highest standards, making a real difference to national security and global safety.Day-to-day, you’ll be required to:<ul><li>Support tender reviews, procedure qualification and welder qualification, and help implement test programmes.</li><li>Coordinate non‑destructive testing (NDT) and mechanical testing for procedure qualification.</li><li>Conduct planned welding surveillance before, during and after welding to assure quality.</li><li>Maintain welder qualifications, and train/qualify subcontract welders.</li><li>Review and authorise welding consumable certification; monitor compliance to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and run production‑improvement trials for structural and pipe joints.</li></ul>This role is full time, 37 hours per week and is based on site at Ashton House, Bristol. (Set working times are Monday–Thursday 07:00–16:00 and Friday 07:00–12:30.Essential experience of the Welding Engineering Technician<ul><li>Apprenticeship or proven experience in fabrication and welding.</li><li>Structural welding experience.</li><li>Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.</li></ul>Qualifications for the Welding Engineering Technician<ul><li>Preferred: HNC (or equivalent) in welding/fabrication; CSWIP 3.1; TWI Diploma — with funding available to support training.</li></ul>Security ClearanceThe successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a>What We Offer<ul><li>Generous holiday allowance</li><li>Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance</li><li>Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+</li><li>Employee share scheme</li><li>Employee shopping savings portal</li><li>Payment of Professional Fees</li><li>Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave</li><li>Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. This Window opens February through to March annually</li><li>‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity</li><li>Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing</li></ul>Babcock International For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email <a href="mailto:careers@babcockinternational.com" target="_blank">careers@babcockinternational.com</a> with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.Closing Date: 07/01/2026#MISYS

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