Manufacturing Operative Apprentice

FM Conway; Reading; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

FM Conway is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Operative Apprentice to join their Aggregate and Asphalt division in Reading, UK. This position offers a unique opportunity for hands-on training alongside obtaining a nationally recognised manufacturing diploma. As an apprentice, you'll learn to operate machinery, manage weighbridge operations, and maintain equipment, all while developing essential skills and receiving professional support.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Access to shopping discounts

24-hour advice lines

Support from in-house mental health first aiders

Qualifications

• Must have at least 4 GCSEs in core subjects.
• A full UK driving licence is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate asphalt plant and mobile equipment safely.
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance on machinery.
• Commit to apprenticeship and complete all required qualifications.

Skills

Motivation

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

4 GCSEs at Grade E/2 or equivalent, including Maths, English, and Science

A Levels in Science or Engineering

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Reading, United Kingdom

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Posted:

02.07.2025

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16.08.2025

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Job Description:

FM Conway is recruiting for a passionate and driven Manufacturing Operative Apprentice to join our dynamic Aggregate and Asphalt division! This is a fantastic opportunity to combine hands-on training with a nationally recognised manufacturing diploma. You’ll gain the skills to become a multi-talented team member, from operating high-tech asphalt plants and mobile machinery to managing key weighbridge operations. This is a permanent, full time position based at our Theale depot in Berkshire.

If your application is successful, you must be available to attend our assessment day, which will be held on Wednesday 23rdJuly at our Heathrow depot.

The duties of the Manufacturing Operative Apprentice role will include:

-Learning to safely and efficiently operate the asphalt plant, loading shovel and other mobile equipment such as telehandlers and skidsteers

-Using manufacturing techniques from your training to maximise internal systems, ensuring smooth and accurate order processing

-Conducting routine inspections and basic maintenance on plan and machinery, reporting defects accurately

-Committing to your Manufacturing Operative apprenticeship and completing all require qualifications, attending mandatory events and continuously developing knowledge, skills and behaviours

-Following all company HSE procedures and maintain high standards at all times

-Maintaining strong communication with colleagues and building positive working relationships

What skills and experience do you need?

We’re looking for friendly, motivated individuals who enjoy working with others and aren’t afraid to take initiative. You should have at least 4 GCSEs at Grade E/2 or equivalent, including Maths, English, and Science. A Levels in Science or Engineering would be a bonus, and a full UK driving licence is highly desirable.

What benefits will you receive?

As our Manufacturing Operative Apprentice, we will offer you a range of fantastic benefits including career and professional development, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, life assurance, opportunities for internal and external training and access to a wide range of shopping discounts through our Rewarding Great People platform. We will also offer you a range of health and well-being benefits including 24-hour advice lines, and support from our in-house mental health first aiders.

A brief introduction to FM Conway and our Aggregate and Asphalt Division

FM Conway is a family run business with over 60 years’ experience of creating sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. We pride ourselves on our core values, creating a culture around Care, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. As a family business the heart of FM Conway has, and always will be, its great people and we are always searching for talented individuals to join our family.

Our Aggregate and Asphalt division manufactures a range of high-quality products that can be adapted to suit the specific needs of our customers. We recycle highways arisings at our unique static crushing, washing and grading plants. The Recycled Asphalt Product (RAP) is used in our local asphalt plants to supply construction sites across London and Southern England. You will be joining a thriving team who are committed to our vision and continued investment in our self-delivery model.