Fabrication & Welding Team Leader; Training & Apprenticeships

Position: Fabrication & Welding Team Leader (Training & Apprenticeships)
Hands-On Leadership | Engineering Training | Multi-Site (Hull / Grimsby) Ready to step off the tools without stepping away from engineering? Our client is a well-established and fast-growing engineering training organisation , working with over 300 engineering and manufacturing employers across the UK. They deliver Level 3 apprenticeships and commercial training that feeds real talent directly into industry. Theyre now looking for an experienced Fabrication & Welding professional to step into a Department Team Leader role combining technical delivery, leadership, and real influence over how the next generation of engineers is trained.

Why This Role Stands Out Still hands-on not stuck behind a desk Genuine leadership responsibility Shape curriculum to match real industry 42 days holiday Private healthcare  bonus Funded qualifications Secure, long-term career path This is ideal for someone whos been:
Leading people on the shop floor Mentoring apprentices or junior welders Thinking I want more responsibility but not sales or management fluff

The Role (What Youll Actually Be Doing) Youll lead the Fabrication & Welding department , managing instructors while remaining involved in delivery across:
Fabrication Welding Pipe fitting / Pipe Welding Commercial & apprenticeship programmes Key focus areas:
Planning and coordinating training across multiple sites Ensuring high-quality, consistent delivery Supporting instructors with lesson planning and standards Carrying out observations and quality checks Keeping workshops safe, compliant and industry-ready Working with employers to keep training relevant Making sure learners leave work-ready , not just qualified Youll also act as the lead TWI Welding Inspector for commercial training activity. What Theyre Looking For Strong background in fabrication & welding Experience in welding, pipe fitting, plating or sheet metal (expertise in one is fine) Level 3 qualification or time-served apprenticeship Teaching qualification ideal (PGCE / DTLLS / Cert Ed) Confident leading people Comfortable with planning, organisation and IT Nice to Have (Fully Funded if You Dont Have Them) Assessor / Verifier qualifications TWI Welding Inspector certification If you need additional qualifications, our client pays for them .

Location & Travel Multi-site role:
Hull, Grimsby & Scunthorpe Full UK driving licence required Mileage and bridge tolls fully covered Safeguarding & Values This organisation is committed to safeguarding learners and creating a safe, inclusive, respectful workplace . A DBS check is required. The Benefits (Worth Reading) 42 days holiday (yes including bank holidays) Private healthcare Life insurance Annual performance-related bonus Branded workwear Funded CPD & qualifications Wellness programme & health checks Cycle-to-work scheme Length-of-service awards Support for Reservists Thinking Im not a teacher?

If youve led people, passed on knowledge, or coached apprentices you already have the foundation . This role builds on your trade, it doesnt replace it. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.