Trainee Welder & Hose Assemblies

Full training provided. No welding experience necessary –

just the aptitude and attitude to learn a trade

This role is based on-site at our
Northampton
workshop. Applicants must have the
right to work in the UK
and live within a
Northampton (NN) postcode
— you’ll confirm both in the application below.

About the role

You’ll be trained in the whole process of metal hose fabrication — not just welding. Starting from raw material prep through to a tested, packaged assembly ready You’ll be trained in the whole process of metal hose fabrication — not just welding. Starting from raw material prep through to a tested, packaged assembly ready to leave the workshop. With a view to becoming a qualified welder within 12–24 months, depending on aptitude and progress, working alongside our experienced fabrication team.

Programme length: 12 months core training (extends to 24 months for full qualification depending on individual progress)
Location: Northampton workshop, on-site
Requirements: Right to work in the UK, live within a Northampton postcode

The training programme

The programme covers the complete production process, in order — each stage builds on the last.

6 core areas

01

Measuring, cutting and preparing stainless steel hose ready for fitting.

02

Hands-on welding training, fitting and joining end connectors to hose assemblies.

03

Pressure testing and cleaning each assembly to specification before it’s signed off.

04

Preparing finished assemblies for dispatch, packaged correctly for safe transit.

05

Safe working practices and production methods across every stage of the process.

06

Following a satisfactory first 12 months of practical experience, you’ll move onto your fully funded City & Guilds (C&G 3268) welding qualification at Northampton College’s Booth Lane campus.

Introductory welding skills

MIG — Metal Inert Gas welding

MMA — Manual Metal Arc welding