Learn, grow and develop skills in a modern apprenticeship at Whittaker Engineering (Stonehaven) Ltd. \nWe are looking to recruit trade apprentices to start in August 2025 in the following disciplines: Apprentice Fabricator/Welder/Pipefitter, Apprentice Machinist and Apprentice Mechanical Fitter \n\nThe apprenticeship programme takes 4 years to complete with a combination of day release to college and on the job training Apprentice Fabricator/Welder/Pipefitter - \nProficiency in welding techniques and equipment operation \nKnowledge of welding safety procedures and regulations \nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints \nAttention to detail and precision in workmanship \nPhysical dexterity and hand eye coordination \nStrong problem solving and critical thinking skills \nEffective communication and teamwork abilities \n\nApprentice Machinist - Proficiency in reading technical drawings and blueprints \nKnowledge of various metalworking tools and equipment \nAbility to operate CNC Machines \nAttention to detail and precision in measurements and cuts \nStrong problem solving and critical thinking skills \nUnderstanding of health and safety regulations in a workshop environment \nEffective communication and teamwork skills \n\nApprentice Mechanical Fitter - \nPlanning and organisational skills \nTroubleshooting and problem solving \nMechanical assembly and disassembly \nKnowledge of mechanical systems and components \nProficiency in using power tools \nStrong attention to detail and precision \n\n\n\n\n A Minimum of 3 National 5 grades in mathematics, English and a Technical subject is preferred. \n\nApprentice Fabricator/Welder/Pipefitter - A keen interest in craft and design would be advantageous \n\nApprentice Machinist - A good level of numeracy and mechanical aptitude is required \n\nApprentice Mechanical Fitter - Manual skills and mechanical aptitude are required