Welding Apprenticeship

About the role

Cory is one of the UK’s leading resource management, recycling and energy recovery companies. We have a proud history of hiring and developing apprentices, which goes back to the roots of our company over 125 years ago. We currently operate our Riverside 1 energy from waste facility in Belvedere, south-east London. Our new Riverside 2 plant is currently being commissioned and will be opening later in 2026. The combined Riverside facility will become one of the largest energy from waste operations in Europe. We have also been constructing the largest Transfer Station in the UK in Barking, which will provide the waste to fuel Riverside 2 which will also be opening this year. There are other exciting projects in the works that you’ll gain exposure to over your time on the apprenticeship, such as Carbon Capture and our Heat Network projects. It’s a fantastic time to join Cory and you’ll play a key part in Cory’s future success.

Responsibilities

• Gain training with one of the top training providers to provide tailored training for your apprenticeship.
• Study for industry-recognised qualifications while honing your skills in the workplace.
• Learn the essential skills to fabricate, assemble and repair steel structures used across our fleet of tugs, barges and associated equipment, as well as vessels for external customers.
• Support the day-to-day maintenance and repair of vessels and plant equipment, contributing to both Cory operations and commercial third-party work.
• Interpret engineering drawings, prepare and shape materials, and carry out welding processes to industry standards.

Requirements

• You must have (or expect to obtain) GCSE passes at grade 4 or higher in the following subjects: English Language, Mathematics.

Qualifications

• We cannot accept applications from candidates holding a Bachelors or Masters degree as apprenticeships are funded by the UK Government and are aimed to teach new skills.

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• A competitive starting salary, increasing each year as your skills develop.
• Regular reviews with your manager to ensure you’re progressing and supported every step of the way.

Pay

Competitive starting salary, increasing each year as your skills develop.

Schedule

The apprenticeship is a 3-year Level 3 Engineering Fabrication and Welding apprenticeship, based at our Ship Repair facility in Gravesend on the River Thames.