Machining Apprentice

Peta Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern engineering company in the UK is seeking a Machining Apprentice to start in March 2026. The role involves learning to operate CNC machines, preparing materials, and ensuring quality checks. Ideal candidates will have 2 GCSE's in maths and English, strong communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. This apprenticeship offers extensive training and potential career growth within the company, alongside benefits like paid holidays and pension scheme participation.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking on site

Onsite restroom with kitchen facilities

Overtime available

Pension scheme after qualification

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and pride in completing work to high quality.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical information.
• Check suitability of materials.
• Prepare materials for CNC Machining.
• Set up and operate CNC Machines.
• Inspect and file reports on components.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-motivated

Excellent communication

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

2 GCSE's at grade C (4) or above in maths and English

Job description

About The Role

STARTING IN MARCH 2026

If you are a hands on, practical worker looking to kickstart a career with engineering, this could be the role for you. We are looking to source a Machining Apprentice for our client Vulcan. Within the role you could be learning how to use a lathe and mill to create engineered components from all materials and plastics, using calibrated measuring tools to document individual dimensions on machined components.

Training to be provided

As a Machining Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship. Throughout your Apprenticeship with Vulcan Offshore, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach. You will attend PETA’s Havant training centre for off-the-job training, one day per week for 39 months of the apprenticeship. Overall duration 45 months.

About the role

Joining the Vulcan team as a CNC Machinist Apprentice, your role will be focused on learning how to:

• Interpret technical information
• Check that materials are suitable
• Prepare materials for CNC Machining
• Position the materials to be Machined
• Set up the CNC Machines
• Make components using varied techniques
• Make adjustments to settings as required
• Use appropriate measuring tools
• Visually inspect components
• Inspect completed components
• Complete and file dimensional reports and material certs
• Restore the work area

What are the career prospects at Vulcan Offshore?

The career opportunities at Vulcan are very varied. We have a strong track record of training and developing people to reach their full potential. Our previous apprentices have gone onto become valuable members of our team.

• Fulltime employment
• Further personal development

Essential Skills

To be considered for the role of a Machining Apprentice, you will have a keen eye for detail and take pride in completing work to a high quality level.

You will also require the following skills and qualifications:

• 2 GCSE's at grade C (4) or above, or equivalents in maths and English
• Enthusiastic team player
• Self motivated and driven
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Willingness to learn

Desirable Criteria

• Good manual dexterity
• Real interest in machining
• Good co-ordination
• Methodical and logical
• Good problem-solving skills
• Learn through instruction

About Us

Vulcan Offshore Ltd was established in 2019 to bring a fresh and modern approach to fabrication & CNC Machining services for clients in a variety of industries. We are keen to train and develop our future workforce. We want you to be part of our success story, our team are highly skilled and experienced in various forms of welding, fabrication, CNC Turning, CNC Milling and want to help you become a great addition to our business.

Company Benefits

• Auto-enrolled into the Vulcan pension scheme after qualification period
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (3 days to be taken at Christmas)
• Free parking on site
• Onsite restroom with kitchen facilities
• Overtime available

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.