A&P Tyne – Level 3 Apprenticeships starting September 2025
At A&P Group we understand the importance of nurturing careers and developing the future of our workforce, as well as developing the vital skills our marine industry needs like Plating / Metal Fabrication / Welding as well as Business Administration.
Our Apprenticeships are Entry Level and perfect for School or College Leavers and Career changers, so if you are looking to set the foundations for your career in Fabrication and Marine ……. this might be for you!
Who are we?
A&P Tyne is part of APCL, a global company operating the largest commercial dry-dock on the East Coast of England, A&P Tyne has been at the heart of the North East's shipbuilding communities for decades.
The unrivalled expertise, skills and commitment of our workers has been passed down from generation-to-generation. By joining A&P Tyne – you'll become part of a legacy, but you will also become part of our future too. You could be working on projects of national importance and on some of the most sophisticated vessels ever built, all while helping secure the nation's future defence.
What will you do?
* As our Apprentice you'll become an expert in time by learning your specialist skill whether you choose Welding / Fabrication or Business Administration.
* You'll gain real-world skills as you work alongside experts in their field. Through a blend of on the job and classroom learning you will earn while you learn and will be given all the guidance and support that you need to succeed. Most importantly maintaining your equipment, you'll ensure its all in good working condition and safe, ensuring PPE and safe working practices are instilled and you'll learn about real working life.
* You'll get the opportunity to work with a variety of customers to gain the perspective of different companies and train within the facility, at college end onboard vessels.
* You'll be training to apprenticeship standards and regulations and will work with the team making sure you're fully prepared to secure your qualification
* You'll have regular check-ins and updates with our managers, and our skilled tradespeople to review your progress, gaining constructive feedback to help with your development and overcome any challenges you face.
* Dependent on which area, apprenticeships take two to four years to complete
And what are we looking for?
* Most importantly, a desire to pick up knowledge and experience and become one of the next generation of employees at A&P Tyne
* Willingness to learn and adapt in a hands-on, fast-paced environment including organisation and problem-solving skills
* Qualifications, Minimum of 4 GCSEs including English & Maths (Grade 4-9
* Number skills, Analytical skills and Logic
* Initiative and tenacity with self-discipline that means you work at your best all day every day
* Good communication and teamwork skills
* Physical fitness as the role may involve working outdoors, working at heights and in confined spaces throughout the facility on the banks of the Tyne
Why join us?
* When you commit to us – we commit to you too. Our Apprentices are a big part of the future at A&P Tyne and within the wider APCL Group, so are given unrivalled training and support
* Future Prospects On completion of your apprenticeship, you will be time served in your trade and will be offered a permanent position with A&P
* Career progression Once qualified there is the possibility of a number of career paths through further development and training opportunities.
* Financial Reward Ours is a challenging and rewarding sector, we are committed providing compensation that grows as you advance in your career
* Paid Time off 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Life Cover is part of your package
* Working week 37 hours per week, typically on site every day 0700–1500hrs
* If you're interested please leave your details and we will get in touch when the time is right to apply!
When can I apply?
You can apply straight away. Simply click the “Apply to Position” button, fill in and submit the application questionnaire.
How does the application process work?
* Complete and submit your questionnaire and then we will be in touch
* If successful we'll invite you to an assessment with our Apprenticeship provider
* If all goes well there, we'll invite you to a face-to-face facility Tour
* If you're successful in that, an interview, and then if all fits into place, you will be offered a September 2025 start.
Due to the nature of what we do for some of the customers that we work with, some roles working for A&P are subject to security control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform with us.
You must also undergo a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check before your employment starts, which will include a basic DBS check.