Non-destructive testing TfL

How long: 3.5 - 4 years

Where: London

Salary: £25,294

What you'll need:

• You should already hold or be working towards a minimum of 3 GCSE's Grade A* - C or Grade 4 and above including Maths and English language as well as a STEM subject
• You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.
• Please note that you will be required to provide original certificates and/or predicted grades as proof for your eligibility checks.
• You must be 18 by September 2025 to be eligible for this scheme.

Please note: For this apprenticeship you will be required to complete assessments with the Training Provider in and around Sheffield (with accommodation and transport covered)

Job Overview

Our Engineers focus on the assets that form the foundation of our transport system. The role of a TfL engineering apprentice is critical to ensuring the ongoing performance and safety of our tube network. The technological advancements we are seeing in our signalling and operating infrastructure mean that we need to adapt the way we maintain our assets to keep them operating at peak performance. You'll be at the forefront of these developments whilst also keeping a watchful eye on our legacy assets across the network.

The role is customer focused and will involve working independently, whilst being part of a team, with the job holder expected to make decisions as to the outcome of NDT inspections on pan TfL assets including rolling stock and lifts and escalator assets. Advancements in technology are making this role increasingly interesting, you'll be working on one of the world's oldest transport networks rolling out the most advanced technology, a truly unique opportunity.

What you'll be doing

As an apprentice, your 3.5 year development programme will be made up of rotations around the business. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career. We also understand that everyone's career is different, so every apprentice's journey is unique. Here's an idea of what yours could look like:

Year 1

The first year is spent settling into Transport for London. You will be mainly learning the fundamental engineering principles plus relevant health & safety training, within the NDT department of Technical Services at Acton Town and completing necessary training and examinations.

Year 2 and 3

Your second and third year will be a continuation of online training sessions & mentoring, where you will continue learning from our experienced NDT Engineers. You will be expected to follow teams, building up your confidence and practical knowledge Along with an introduction to the theory and fundamentals of the 2nd basic NDT method followed once again by a formal training and examination course at Lavender International, you will then progress on to learn the theory and fundamentals towards NDT Level 2 certification in at least one complex method. As well as working with the NDT staff you will also have taster placement in Fleet, trams, structures, lifts and escalators.

Where this career can take you

Upon successful completion of this scheme, you could roll-off into NDT Engineering which could lead to further  opportunities such as in Senior Engineering.

You will be encouraged and supported to become a member of the British Institute of NDT. You'll also have opportunities to complete additional training courses. These will vary from soft skills training, technical skills training, and safety training.