Machine Shop Apprentice

South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Hub; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairway Form Tools Ltd are seeking a Machine Shop Apprentice to join their Canklow site, assisting with the machining of bespoke parts and developing skills alongside experienced engineers.

You will study Engineering Operative Level 2 with RNN Group at their Rotherham campus, in a day release format, to become a well-rounded Engineer and progress within the steel tooling industry.

Qualifications

• Motivated to start a career in engineering.
• Willing to study Engineering Operative Level 2.
• Based at Canklow site.
• Able to work safely and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual and CNC milling/turning machines (when trained).
• Inspect finished components & complete job cards.
• Ensure tooling, fixtures, gauges, drawings etc are available and the machining process is documented.
• Work safely and carry out your own risk assessment before commencing work.
• Use a variety of hand tools.
• Work towards using CAD software to design components.
• Comply with environmental and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Enthusiasm

Work under pressure

Prioritise workload

Education

Engineering operative level 2 apprenticeship

Tools

CAD software

Job description

FAIRWAY FORM TOOLS LTD

Apprenticeship Level 2

Apply by: 15/08/2026

About The Role

Would you like to form a successful career in Engineering? Fairway Form Tools Ltd are looking for a highly motivated individual to join them as a Machine Shop Apprentice. You’d be based at their Canklow site and assist with the machining of bespoke parts.

• Operate manual and [when trained] CNC milling/turning machines
• Inspect finished components & complete job cards
• Ensuring tooling, fixtures, gauges, drawings etc are available, prepared and the machining process is documented and understood in readiness for the next job
• Work safely and in line with written procedures, carrying out your own risk assessment before commencing work
• Use a variety of hand tools
• Work towards using CAD software to design components
• Comply to relevant environmental and safety standards

You’ll develop your skills alongside skilled engineers who are eager to pass on their knowledge, helping you learn a variety of duties and how to support the whole business. You’ll be mentored to achieve your full potential and create the foundation of a career in engineering.

Further and higher skill development/qualifications. A lifelong career in the steel industry and progression opportunity with Fairway Form Tools Ltd.

About The Training

The successful candidates will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group at their Rotherham campus on a day release format, giving you the training and support you need to become an all-rounded and successful Engineer.

The Apprenticeship Standard you will be studying is Engineering Operative- Mechanical Manufacturing- Level 2.

About The Employer

Fairway Form Tools Ltd are a precision engineering company that prides itself on supplying quality tooling/sub contract machining services to meet the rigorous demands of business today. Trading since 1978 they possess a wealth of knowledge and technical expertise to support all manufacturing processes. They have invested heavily in new machinery to keep ahead of the competition whilst supporting their customers’ needs with on time deliveries. Their reputation is built on quality and reliability enhanced by an exceptional brand of personal service.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Enthusiasm
• Work under pressure
• Ability to prioritise workload

Training Provider

RNN GROUP

Course/Training

Engineering operative (level 2)