Machining Technician Apprentice
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Company LARKSHILL ENGINEERING LTD
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Provider SANDWELL COLLEGE
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Location BIRMINGHAM, B19 3LB
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary £16,224.00 per year
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Sector Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref NAS-2000061690
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Application Deadline Date 13/11/2026
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Start Date 01/12/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week Monday - Thursday, 07:30 - 16:00. Friday, 07:30 - 15:00.
Brief Description
Kick‑start your career in precision engineering with Larkshill Engineering, based in Hockley, Birmingham. This hands-on Level 3 Engineering Technician Machinist Apprenticeship delivers practical experience setting and operating CNC and manual machines while contributing to real-world projects across the aerospace, automotive, and nuclear sectors.
Training to be Provided
Machining Technician Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard:
- Over a 42 month period, you will be working at the company for four days a week and then 1 day a week you will be in attendance at Sandwell College Engineering Centre
Future Prospects
- Upon completion of your apprenticeship: A view to permanent employment
Vacancy Detail
We are looking for a motivated and hands on individual to join our progressive team as a Level 3 Engineering Technician Machinist Apprentice. This is a great opportunity to build a career in
precision engineering while learning on the job and studying towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Based in Hockley, Birmingham, the company designs, manufactures and assembles precision components, machine tools and associated work-station fixtures for the aerospace, automotive and nuclear industries.
Many of our apprentices have remained with us long term and have become key members of our skilled workforce making a significant contribution to high profile projects for our customers, such as for Rolls Royce, BMW and Siemens Energy.
The apprenticeship is initially for the duration of the Level 3 apprenticeship training course with the opportunity to progress to a permanent position and further opportunities within the
company.
Duration of apprenticeship: 42 months with a view to permanent employment upon successful completion.
Other Information
Enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and a desire to achieve. Interest and desire to understand the workings of machinery and fixing / solving mechanical problems. Good IT skills. Comfortable working in a team and following instructions.