Engineering Operative Apprentice

  • Company: MACHINE TECH ENGINEERING LTD
  • Location: WEST MIDLANDS, WS10 0NQ
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
  • Ref: NAS-2000041888
  • Application Deadline Date: 15/08/2026
  • Start Date: 12/10/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday - Thursday 7.00am - 4.00pm and Friday 7.00am - 11.00am.

Brief Description

Machine Tech Engineering is seeking an Apprentice to learn key skills in precision engineering, including reading drawings, selecting tools, writing CNC programmes, setting up machines, and assisting with inspections. A great hands-on opportunity to start your career.

Training to be Provided


  • This is a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship, Mechanical pathway, delivered over a period of 15 months

  • The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, 1 day per week for the first year, and the company for the rest of the time accompanied by assessor visits

Future Prospects

Opportunity to progress to shop floor Supervisor / Manager.

Vacancy Detail


  • Learn to switch on a machine and add a reference ready to start

  • Learn how to check a machine's oil levels and top up if required

  • Start a machine off and check sizes are in tolerance

  • Change tools if worn and adjust offsets to correct size

  • Sorting out measuring equipment and seeing where it's kept 

Ready to start your adventure?