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Precision Machining Apprentice

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As a Precision Machining Apprentice, you’ll learn how to operate a wide range of manual and CNC machinery, working with materials that include metals, non-metallics, fissile materials, and explosives. You’ll develop the skills to manufacture high-precision components that meet exacting standards. On successful completion, you’ll become a Craft Machinist; a skilled professional able to operate a variety of machine tools across different workshop environments, contributing directly to our mission.

Job Responsibility:

  • Learn how to operate a wide range of manual and CNC machinery
  • Work with materials that include metals, non-metallics, fissile materials, and explosives
  • Manufacture high-precision components that meet exacting standards
  • Build essential hand-fitting and machining skills by creating real engineering tools
  • In years 3-4, move into on-site placements, taking on more advanced machining tasks
  • Build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and behaviours
  • Operate your own machines to manufacture parts which will fit together with other team members parts

Requirements:

  • Five GCSE’s at Grade 4/C or above to include Maths and English
  • Applicants must be aged 16 or over, as of 31st August 2026
  • You’ll need to be a British Citizen for security clearance

Nice to have:

  • Attention to detail
  • Patience when approaching complex tasks
  • Good communication skills
  • The ability to follow instructions
  • A team player
  • Good hand-eye coordination skills
  • Good workshop and maths skills
What we offer:
  • One day a week off-site at college
  • Operate on a nine-day fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work
  • 270 hours of annual leave

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 23, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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