Machinist Apprentice - Metallics

HAMBLE AEROSTRUCTURES LIMITED

Park Gate

On-site

GBP 12,000 - 18,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Structured on-the-job training

Clear career progression within the企業

Job summary

Hamble Aerostructures Limited is recruiting a Machinist Apprentice to join our Machining/Metallics team. You will train in our Training School and progress to a skilled operator working on manual and CNC machines, producing aircraft components to tight tolerances.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, teamwork, and continuous learning as you develop the skills to contribute across the shop floor and later specialise in our Transparencies or Military Assembly operations.

Qualifications

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or equivalent
Strong numeracy and literacy and IT skills essential for data input and documentation
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving attitude required for precise machining work

Responsibilities

Train in Hamble's Training School and join a machining team
Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
Work with engineers and fitters to gain hands-on experience
Adhere to EHS policies and maintain a clean, safe work environment
Operate manual and CNC machining centres under supervision
Contribute to quality and efficient production within tolerances

Skills

Good numeracy

Good literacy

Good IT skills

Attention to detail

Planning and problem solving

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Excellent communication

Education

GCSE English C/4

GCSE Maths C/4

Job description

Introduction

Hamble Aerostructures is seeking to recruit and train a Machinist Apprentice to work as part of an established team within the Machining/Metallics department. The role includes a range of practical tasks, and you should demonstrate flexibility and work effectively as part of a larger multi-disciplined team within a manufacturing environment.

About the Employer

Hamble Aerostructures Limited is a leading supplier of major civil and military aircraft structures in hi-tech composites, metallic, acrylics and hybrid structures. Hamble has a long history in the aerospace industry, first established in 1937.

Our capabilities enable us to assume full responsibility for the programs over the Product Life Cycle: From conceptual and detail design, testing & certification to serial production and in-service support.

What You'll Do

You will initially train within the Training School before joining a specific team, where you will work alongside experienced machinist and fitters to gain hands-on experience and develop your practical skills. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will progressively build your competence while contributing to the team's activities under appropriate supervision.

The essential responsibilities for the successful Machining Apprentice will include:

EHS - Promote a safe workplace environment without risk to health and minimising the impact to the environment. Ensure that all Environmental, Health and Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and that all accidents and incidents are reported
Clocking and Booking - Ensure that all required clockings (time and attendance) and bookings (job costings) are made in an accurate and timely manner
Housekeeping - Ensure that workstations are kept clean and maintained, with all tools and equipment stored correctly. Uphold a clear desk policy
Quality - Ensure that all Quality standards, processes and procedures are complied with. All work is completed with care and attention minimising wastage
Cost Management - Support cost reduction and management initiatives through reducing unnecessary expenditure
Knowledge & Skills - Keep knowledge and training up to date for necessary operations to the best of your knowledge and belief to achieve specification and acceptable standards for your role. For example, Approved Operator (AO) stamp(s) to be kept up to date
Team Working - Must actively participate in team meetings and be prepared to share knowledge, coach and mentor trainees when required, be willing to be trained in other areas Any other reasonable duties that fall in line with the level of the role

The role will also include, but is not limited to:

Report directly to the Section Shopfloor Manager and work as part of an established team to support the safe, efficient and timely delivery of production requirements
Work alongside experienced colleagues and functional specialists (such as Engineering and Quality) to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for your apprenticeship
Read and follow work instructions, engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing procedures using both electronic and paper-based documentation
Learn to interpret engineering data, technical drawings and other approved manufacturing documentation
Accurately complete production documentation and work route cards to maintain quality standards and product traceability
Follow all Environment, Health and Safety, and Quality requirements, ensuring a safe working environment at all times
Develop practical skills and knowledge through structured on-the-job training while working towards successful completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship
Work collaboratively with colleagues, communicate effectively and contribute positively as a member of the team
Progress towards working with increasing confidence and independence under the guidance and supervision of experienced colleagues
Training towards manufacturing components in a variety of materials following detailed drawing specifications to produce high quality parts for a variety of aircraft
Working to high tolerances, the role will train to set and operate manual and CNC machining centres to produce complaint aircraft components to the required quality, within budget and timescales
Select and use cutting tools, work holding equipment and measuring instruments safely and correctly

Training Outcome

At Hamble Aerostructures, an apprenticeship is the start of a long-term career. On successful completion of your Level 3 apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to become a skilled fitter within either our Transparencies or Military Assembly operations.

As your experience grows, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise by working on a wide range of products, including more complex and specialist builds. We value skilled craftspeople and support our employees to continue developing their knowledge and capabilities throughout their careers.

Many of our employees choose to build long and successful careers with us. Our average length of service is 14 years, reflecting the rewarding work, supportive environment and opportunities to develop as a skilled engineering professional. In fact, our current Production Director began their career as an apprentice, demonstrating the long-term opportunities available at Hamble Aerostructures.

Skills Required