Team Leader Fabrication & Welding Training
New Yesterday
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
Pipefitting / 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
Essential
Strong background in fabrication & welding
Experience in
welding, pipefitting, 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.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Management