Fabricator​/Welder Apprentice - Level 3

Career Area:
Operations Compensation Grade: 4A Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar you become part of a global team that cares about the work we do and the people we work with. We create stronger, more sustainable communities and make progress and innovation happen with our customers.

As a Fabricator/Welder Apprentice at Caterpillar Larne you will undertake a Modern Apprenticeship Programme lasting between 3 and 5 years. You will gain practical experience and achieve academic qualifications.

In this entry level position you will work with and contribute to a co‑operative manufacturing team and will develop your communication and interpersonal skills and use your initiative. Many opportunities will be available for apprentices who are keen to progress to production and engineering‑oriented positions.

• Earn a competitive salary package, starting at approximately £19,601.67 per year.
• Receive 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Have access to a contributory share and pension scheme, flexible benefits, annual bonus, employee assistance scheme, free onsite parking and onsite canteen.

• Learn to fabricate and weld components and sub‑assemblies, read engineering drawings and operate machinery, tools and equipment.
• Attend academic and training facilities when required and complete all assessments within agreed timescales.
• Complete all internal on and off‑the‑job training to fulfil training matrices and the requirements of the role.
• Fulfil required competencies and complete apprentice logbook.
• Compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Compliance with 5S programme and other business improvement initiatives.
• Display behaviour and conduct fitting with our Values in Action.
• Train other employees if and when required.
• Any other appropriate duties.

• Must have a minimum of 4 GCSEs including Mathematics, English and Science or Engineering, Grade C or above, or equivalent.
• Must be willing to undertake internal and external job and academic training to achieve required qualifications (e.g. NVQ 2 & 3 and technical certificates).
• Physical ability to fulfil the requirements of the job.
• Equivalent academic qualifications are welcome. You can apply with predicted grades. Successful candidates will be required to achieve the required grades before September 2026.

We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We believe diversity and inclusion are fundamental to innovation. We respect and value people with different opinions, experiences and backgrounds and believe that by working together we can produce better results than any of us can achieve alone.

Caterpillar is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Caterpillar has a long‑standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship you are very likely to be offered a position within our world‑class team with plenty of opportunity for long‑term progression. Depending on the needs of the business you may also be offered the chance to complete additional qualifications. We are passionate about our people and their development and our professionally accredited apprenticeship schemes stand as a testament to that.

Closing Date: February 22nd, 2026

Assessment Centre (in‑person): Between 31st March and 1st April 2026

Employment

Start Date:

August 31st, 2026 (provisional)

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your skills and experience on your application relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

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