Celebrating Our Level 3 Plate Welding Apprentices – Class of 2026

Congratulations to our Level 3 Plate Welding Class of 2026 on completing their EPA’s:

• Luke Wightman – Wightman Engineering Ltd
• Connor Casson – Leach Structural Steelwork Ltd
• Thomas Wilcox– Ellison AC Packaged Plant Solutions
• Bobby Newell– Shermaynes Engineering
• Joseph Smith – SPI Piling Ltd
• Caleb-James Whiteside – Thor Atkinson Steel Fabrications Ltd.
• Shaine Wallace – Thor Atkinson Steel Fabrications Ltd

Completing a Level 3 apprenticeship is a fantastic achievement and reflects the hard work, dedication and skill each apprentice has shown throughout their journey. We're incredibly proud of everything they've accomplished and grateful to the employers who have supported them along the way.

SPI Piling said,

Joseph is not just an outstanding apprentice, he is a role model. His journey reflects the very essence of what apprenticeships celebrate: excellence, growth and triumph of determination. Joseph stands ready to take the next step in his career, equipped with the skills, experience, and character to make a lasting impact in the Construction, welding and fabrication industry”.

Shermaynes Engineering said,

Huge congratulations Bobby on earning your Level 3 Plate Welding Qualification. Your hard work as paid off, and we look forward to working with you to develop your career further”.

Thor Atkinson said,

Great to see Shaine and Caleb enjoying success in their plate welding level 3 at LMC. They both have thoroughly enjoyed their time on the apprenticeship course and have come away with skills, experience and a qualification to be proud of".

Welding Tutor Chris Huntington said,

Congratulations to our Plate Welders on successfully completing their 3 year study programme. Throughout their apprenticeship they’ve demonstrated dedication and commitment in developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to achieve a successful End Point Assessment. Their hard work has provided a strong foundation for a rewarding career in the fabrication and welding industry, and I wish them every success in the future.”

Congratulations to you all on this well-earned success. We look forward to seeing where your careers take you next!