Engineering Operative Apprentice (Mechanical Manufacturing)

LIFELINE FIRE & SAFETY SYSTEMS LTD; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifeline Fire & Security Systems Ltd in Coventry invites applications for an Engineering Operative Apprentice. You'll gain hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, quality, and engineering under experienced mentors.

You will learn practical engineering skills, use measuring equipment, support production, and progress towards an Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship at Coventry College, with a structured training plan and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• GCSE English grade 4 or above.
• GCSE Maths grade 4 or above.
• Good communication and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures and work within procedures.
• Support production and engineering teams with day-to-day activities.
• Learn to use measuring equipment (calipers, micrometres, gauges).
• Assist with inspection and quality control activities.
• Support prototype manufacture and engineering development projects.
• Assist with maintaining engineering documentation and records.
• Learn basic CAD and drawing interpretation skills.
• Participate in continuous improvement and teamwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE English (grade 4)

GCSE Maths (grade 4)

Job description

Introduction

We are looking for a motivated Engineering Operative Apprentice to join our engineering team and gain hands-on experience within a mechanical manufacturing environment. The apprenticeship will provide exposure to production, quality, and engineering functions, supporting the development of a broad range of engineering skills and behaviours.

About the Employer

Lifeline Fire & Security Systems Ltd is a Coventry-based engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture, servicing and maintenance of fire safety equipment and systems. With a strong focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement, Lifeline provides innovative solutions to customers across a range of industries. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside skilled engineers and technicians in a supportive environment that encourages learning, development and career progression.

What You'll Do

You will work as part of the engineering team, learning a variety of manufacturing and engineering processes while supporting production and engineering activities. You will receive structured training and mentoring to develop practical engineering skills and knowledge.

The apprenticeship will provide experience in:

• Manufacturing and assembly operations
• Mechanical workshop activities
• Quality inspection and measurement
• Engineering drawings and documentation
• Health, safety and quality procedures
• Continuous improvement activities
• Production support and problem solving

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures
• Support production and engineering teams with day-to-day activities
• Learn to use engineering measuring equipment including callipers, micrometres and gauges
• Assist with inspection and quality control activities
• Support prototype manufacture and engineering development projects
• Assist with maintaining engineering documentation and records
• Learn basic CAD and drawing interpretation skills
• Participate in continuous improvement
• Work effectively as part of a team and maintain a professional attitude
• Keep work areas clean, organised and safe

Day to day Activities:

• Shadow experienced engineers, technicians and production operators
• Spend time within our R&D workshop learning manual machining techniques
• Operate milling machines and lathes under supervision to manufacture simple prototype components
• Assist with reverse engineering activities, measuring existing components and creating basic records where drawings are unavailable
• Support prototype assembly and testing activities
• Gain experience on the production line, understanding manufacturing processes and product assembly
• Carry out basic inspection tasks alongside the Quality department
• Use measuring equipment to verify component dimensions and quality standards
• Assist with material preparation, tooling and workshop housekeeping
• Complete apprenticeship portfolio activities and training assignments

Training Outcome

You will be able to work as an Engineering Operative in a workshop environment with minimal supervision. You may be able to progress onto a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - 4
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Engineering operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday shifts to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: COVENTRY COLLEGE