Castings Technology’s extensive facility is situated in the heart of Sheffield’s renowned engineering district with easy access to Motorways, Airports, Rail and Sea, which means they’re perfectly placed. Castings Technology are now looking to recruit a Level 3 NDT Apprentice. 

The apprenticeship programme is designed to gain skills and technical expertise to become a certified NDT Operator in three NDT Methods. This includes health and safety training, 1-to-1 mentoring, seminars, practical work experience sessions, and on-the-job training.

The candidates will keep records of their learning and experience throughout the programme and create an improvement plan, before going to the end-point assessment.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship scheme, further PCN qualifications could be gained.

Qualifications include:

• Internationally recognised certification in Level 2.
• Non-Destructive Technologies Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working.

You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

• The NDT Apprentice is responsible for supporting Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities, including but not limited to: Radiographic Testing (RT) and Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI/FPI), Visual Inspection.
• Assist in performing routine control checks to validate inspection processes and verify equipment calibrations.
• Support the maintenance of computerised inspection records and the archiving of paper-based documentation.
• Learn to evaluate inspection results and understand the decision-making process for acceptance or rejection based on customer criteria.
• Observe and assist in radiographic examinations of castings using x-rays to detect internal discontinuities.
• Gain experience operating computerised radiography systems using Phosphor Imaging Plates.
• Assist with loading and unloading film cassettes, processing films, and verifying correct radiographic setup.
• Restock and maintain darkroom supplies and processing solutions.
• Assist in visual inspection of castings using direct observation and visual aids (e.g., mirrors, video scopes) to identify surface defects.
• Learn to conduct DPI/FPI using fluorescent and colour contrast dye penetrants to detect surface flaws.
• Support the cleaning and preparation of castings prior to inspection.
• Help with the application and removal of dye penetrant materials and participate in inspections during repair and upgrade work.
• Training will be provided to progress through the necessary qualifications and competencies in accordance with EN4179 / NAS410.
• Familiarisation training in all manufacturing areas of the business.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Mathematics (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Team working
• Initiative
• Enthusiastic
• Strong Health & Safety Culture

Where you’ll work 

Castings Technology International Ltd (Cti)
Advanced Manufacturing Park
Brunel Way
Rotherham
S60 5WG

During the Non-Destructive Operator apprenticeship, the applicant will gain a PCN qualification that is internationally recognised. The applicant will also have the opportunity to shadow existing NDT technicians on and off site.

Salary

Monday – Thursday, 8:00am – 4.30pm and Friday, 8:00am – 3.30pm.

15 minute morning break, 30 minute lunch break.

Start date: Monday 4th August 2025.

Duration: 2 years.

Closing date: Monday 30th June 2025.

Company website : Castings Techology

Apply here by sending your CV and covering letter stating your suitability to tracey@lavender-ndt.com