Metrology - Apprentice

Williams Racing; Grove; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading F1 racing team is offering a Metrology Apprenticeship in Grove, UK. This program allows you to work hands-on with advanced measuring tools, gaining vital skills in inspecting components and understanding manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will possess GCSEs in Mathematics and STEM subjects, with an eagerness to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced environment. Complete the apprenticeship to earn a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, preparing you for a career in motorsport.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Subsidized dining

24/5 gym access

Exclusive events

Qualifications

• Possess GCSEs (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English, and a STEM subject.
• Candidates with relevant hobby/project experience are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Be involved in inspecting current F1 components per work orders.
• Gain knowledge in inspecting both Metallic and Carbon fibre components.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety obligations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Interest in engineering

Education

GCSEs including Mathematics, English, and a STEM subject

A-Levels or BTEC in engineering/motorsport

Tools

Hexagon Absolute Arm

Wenzel CMMs

Metrios Optical measurement machine

Job description

Metrology Apprentice

Metrology is the backbone of precision engineering at Williams, and the space to find your place in true accuracy. Working withcutting-edgetools - frommicrometersto laser scanners and CNC measuring machines - the team verifies everycomponenttomicrometerprecision. Spanning composites, metallic inspection, and non-destructive testing, Metrology ensures every washer, wing, and structure is built to perfection, driving reliability and speed at the pinnacle of motorsport.

This Metrology Apprenticeship is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of every manufacturing process and the skillsrequiredto inspect the resulting parts. You will have the opportunity to work at the pinnacle of Motorsport for one of the most iconic teams in Formula 1and gainhands-onproficiencywith a variety of tools, ranging from hand tools like micrometres and callipers, to advanced laser scanning of CAD surfaces, and programming CNC Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMMs). The program includes rotations within our Composites & Metallic Inspection and NDT (Non-Destructive Test) departments.

Shape the Future

• Demonstrate an eagerness to learn, a proactive mindset, and a willingness to rotate betweendepartmentsto broaden yourexpertise.
• You are expected to be able to communicate effectively, have a positive attitude to work, and a mature outlook.
• Possess the ability to stay calm and organised in dynamic, high-performance environments, always ensuring safety and compliance.
• You will activelyidentifyways to continuously improve department and personalperformance,striving to build strong working relationships with colleagues across all departments.

Make Real Impact

• You will be involved in inspecting current F1 components, adhering to work orders and timing plans, gaining knowledge in the inspection of both Metallic and Carbon fibre components.
• You will become competent in disciplines including Laser Scanning with the Hexagon Absolute Arm, Manual and CNC measurement on ourstate-of-the-artWenzel CMMs, and using theMetriosOptical measurement machine.
• You will ensure the department presentation is to the standard of a world-classfacility,whilestrictlycomplyingwithhealth and safety obligations and promptly reporting any defects, risks, or potential hazards.

Find Your Place

• You havegood communication, organisational skills, and a keen interest in engineering.
• You must have GCSEs (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English, and a STEM subject, and be eligible for a relevant engineering apprenticeship programme.
• Candidates with A-Levels or a BTEC in engineering/motorsport, or relevant hobby/project experience (e.g., karting, automotive repair, model engineering) are encouraged to apply.
• You will graduate with a Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Automotive Engineering Pathway QAUH: Motorsport Composite Manufacture.

Company Description

Historydoesn’trepeat itself.It’srebuilt - one breakthrough at a time. Be part of the team redefining performance and writing the next winning chapter for Williams Racing.

Atlassian WilliamsRacing– Shape ourteam'snext chapter:

Fornearly 50years, Williams Racing has pushed the limits of speed and innovation. As one of the most successful teams in F1 history, with 16 World Championships and a legacy shaped by legends like Sir Frank Williams and Nigel Mansell,we’renow on a bold mission to reclaim our place at the front and win multiple championships again.

Our People Promise:

Join a high-performance team where ambition and our people promise guide everything we do. In a fast-paced, challenging environment, your work directly shapes our winning formula. Collaborate with the brightest minds in motorsport, building on our rich heritage and pushing the boundaries of speed and innovation. We want people who live our values - innovation, teamwork, resilience, excellence, and accountability to create the winning formula that drives Williams Racing back to the top.

Early Careers:

Join the Atlassian Williams Racing Apprenticeship Programme and spend 3.5 years learning by doing. Designed as a rotational programme, you will gain invaluable, broad experience as you move through key areas of the business. Train in our factory with dedicated training officers, while top providers deliver the theory to match.You’lljoin a supportive cohort, work through modules together, and learn from experts inside a world-class motorsport team. Complete your apprenticeship with the skills and qualifications to launch and shape your career.

Additional Information

Life at Williams

Based at our Grove campus in Oxfordshire, enjoy competitive benefits, exclusive events, subsidised dining, special car schemes, and 24/5 gym access with fitness classes. Need a break? Relax in green spaces or explore nearby Oxford city centre, just 30 minutes away by bus.

Additional Information

Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion and welcomes discussions about reasonable job adjustments.

This job description is not exhaustive, and the job holder will be requiredto carry out from time-to-time tasks in addition to the above that will be both reasonable and within their capabilities.

Atlassian Williams Racing is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.