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Apprenticeship

Nuclear welding inspection technician

Level
4
Higher
Length
4 yrs
typical
Sector
Engineering and manufacturing
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Carrying out quality control and welding inspections for the nuclear industry, to ensure the safety and robustness of nuclear sites.

What you'd do

Inspect welds visually and using NDT methods to nuclear codes
Review welding procedure specifications and welder qualifications
Witness and record weld tests and procedure qualification trials
Raise, track, and close non-conformance reports
Verify material traceability and certification documentation
Work within nuclear quality management systems

What you'd learn

Welding processes and their application in nuclear construction
Nuclear-specific codes and standards for welds (ASME III, RCC-M, BS EN)
Weld inspection methods including visual, radiographic, and ultrasonic
Non-conformance identification and disposition
Documentation, certificates of conformity, and traceability
Nuclear quality assurance and safety culture
Ready to look for a place?
See live Nuclear welding inspection technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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