Apprentice Manufacturing Operative (Garden Buildings and Animal Housing)
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Company: GARDEN & ANIMAL STRUCTURES LTD
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Location: Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 7RH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000038011
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Application Deadline Date: 31/07/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday- Friday 8am- 4pm (when in the workshop) Flexibility is required for start and finish times, with the potential for some overnight stays when installing.
Brief Description
Garden & Animal Structures Ltd is looking for an Apprentice Manufacturing Operative to join our team. You will gain hands-on experience making and assembling garden and animal housing products, using hand and power tools, supporting installations and helping to keep the workshop running efficiently.
Training to be Provided
Training will be delivered in the workplace by a dedicated tutor from Stoke on Trent College.
You will also undertake the following alongside the apprenticeship standard:
- Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing (knowledge and skills)
- Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Future Prospects
- Possible opportunity for permanent employment on completion of the apprenticeship
Vacancy Detail
- Assemble pre-cut timber components using nail guns and other hand and power tools (following training)
- Cut and fit polystyrene insulation boards into timber frameworks
- Attach PVC sheeting and other cladding materials to frames
- Cut and prepare PVC components using workshop machinery, including routers (following training)
- Measure and cut roofing felt and other finishing materials to size
- Assist with the installation and construction of animal housing and garden structures on customer sites
- Use a range of battery-powered and hand tools safely and effectively, including drills, hammers, and hand saws
- Load and unload vehicles with tools, materials, and finished products
- Keep van stock, tools, and equipment organised, maintained, and batteries charged
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop by sweeping, emptying bins, and tidying work areas
- Work as part of the team to meet production schedules while following health and safety procedures
Other Information
- You must be comfortable working in close proximity of animals