CNC Machinist Apprentice

Peta Ltd; Bishopstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering training provider in the UK is offering a position for an Apprentice CNC Machinist. The selected candidate will receive hands-on training, learning to operate CNC machinery and develop skills essential for high-quality engineering work. Candidates must demonstrate a genuine interest in engineering, possess at least GCSE grade C in maths and English, and have strong communication and teamwork skills. Benefits include a four-day working week, pension contributions, and a company bonus scheme.

Benefits

Company uniform supplied

Cycle to work scheme

PPE supplied

Death in service

Pension contribution

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

4 working day week

Overtime available

Eye test voucher

Free parking on site

Company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a genuine interest in engineering.
• Willingness to learn new skills and knowledge.
• Strong work ethic and motivated with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Learn to check materials before starting work.
• Become competent in using technical information.
• Set up work holding devices.
• Learn to program, set, operate, and adjust CNC machinery.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Technical drawing comprehension

Education

GCSE maths and English grade C/4 or above/or equivalent

Job description

About The Role

STARTING IN MARCH 2026

Are you practical, motivated, and ready to start a hands‑on engineering career? If so, PETA Ltd are looking to source an exceptional Apprentice CNC Machinist Engineer for our client, G W Martin.

Training to be provided

You will study the Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship. Training is delivered through a blend of workplace mentoring and weekly off‑the‑job training at PETA’s Havant centre. The full apprenticeship duration is 45 months.

About the role

As an Apprentice CNC Machinist, you’ll learn to manufacture precision components using state‑of‑the‑art CNC machinery. You’ll develop skills in reading technical drawings, setting work holding, programming and operating CNC machines, and using measuring equipment to deliver high‑quality engineering work.

Your core responsibilities will include

• Learning how to check materials before starting work
• Become competent using technical information such as drawings, models and work order cards
• Set up a range of work holding devices including chucks, fixtures and vices
• Learn how to programme, set, operate and adjust CNC machinery
• Complete milling and turning operations
• Adjust a range of machining parameters to produce products with a high degree of accuracy and finish
• Gain experience manufacturing parts to a high degree of accuracy and finish
• Use a range of measuring equipment

Apprenticeship Progression

On completion, apprentices typically progress into full‑time CNC Machinist roles, with options to specialise in programming, advanced multi‑axis machining or quality inspection.

Our ideal CNC Machinist Apprentice

An apprenticeship is all about learning new knowledge, skills and behaviours, therefore, to be considered for this role of a Machining Apprentice, you must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in Engineering and a willingness to learn.

You will also require:

• GCSE maths and English grade C/4 or above / or equivalent
• A strong work ethic and motivated with a can‑do attitude
• Good communication skills
• Strong team‑working capabilities

  About Us

  G W Martin is a well‑established, family‑run precision engineering company based in Eastleigh, Hampshire, operating from a 25,000 sq ft facility. Since 1959, they’ve built expertise in high‑quality CNC machining, assembly, design‑for‑manufacture, and stockholding — supplying industries like defence, aerospace, automotive and medical. They also place a strong emphasis on sustainability, with around 30% of their energy supplied by on‑site solar power and a commitment to net‑zero manufacturing. For someone thinking of joining, you’ll be entering a forward‑thinking business that combines decades of engineering excellence with modern innovation and a people‑centred culture.

  Benefits

  • Company uniform supplied
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • PPE supplied
  • Death in service
  • Pension contribution
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 4 working day week
  • Overtime is available
  • Eye test voucher
  • Free parking on site
  • Company bonus scheme

  If you want the chance to be considered for this opportunity and are available to start in March 2026, click 'Apply' below to register your interest.