Toolmaker apprentice

Burnley College; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run engineering company in Burnley is seeking an apprentice toolmaker. The role offers hands-on training in manufacturing press tools and includes specialized training at Burnley College. Successful candidates may secure full-time employment after completion.

Qualifications

• GCSE Math required, relevant qualifications considered.
• Hands-on training with CNC milling machines and manual skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and manufacturing press tools, jigs, fixtures, and equipment.
• Using CNC milling machines for tooling production.
• Learning fitting, assembly, drilling, welding, and surface grinding.

Skills

Health and safety regulations

Environmental and sustainability procedures

Machine setup and operation

Risk assessment and hazard identification

Stock management

Record keeping and documentation

Reading and interpreting technical information

Applying engineering principles

Planning and organizing work

Inspection and quality assurance

Machining process selection and setup

Producing complex components

Measuring and checking components

Tool and equipment management

Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting

Workplace maintenance and communication

Continuous improvement and ethical principles

Education

GCSE Math (grade 4 or above)

Job description

Falkland Engineering is seeking an apprentice toolmaker to join their team. Falkland is a family-run limited company providing engineering subcontract services for industries such as Automotive, Aerospace, and White Goods. The role involves designing and manufacturing press tools, jigs, fixtures, and special-purpose equipment.

Wage

£14,526.20 for the first year, with potential increases depending on age. This aligns with the National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices.

Hours

8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Thursday; 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, Friday. Total of 37 hours per week.

Duration

3 years and 6 months, starting from Monday 8 September 2025.

Work

The apprenticeship is primarily hands-on, with on-the-job training.

What you'll do at work

You will use 3D and 2D CNC milling machines to produce tooling, including manual milling, pitching, boring, and turning. You will also learn fitting, assembly, drilling, welding, and surface grinding skills.

Where you'll work

UNIT 1, FARRINGTON ROAD, BURNLEY, LANCS, BB11 5SW

Training

The apprenticeship includes time away for specialist training at Burnley College, covering:

• Health and safety regulations
• Environmental and sustainability procedures
• Machine setup and operation (conventional and CNC)
• Risk assessment and hazard identification
• Stock management
• Record keeping and documentation
• Reading and interpreting technical information
• Applying engineering principles
• Planning and organizing work
• Inspection and quality assurance
• Machining process selection and setup
• Producing complex components
• Measuring and checking components
• Tool and equipment management
• Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting
• Workplace maintenance and communication
• Continuous improvement and ethical principles

Your training plan

Enrolled on the Machining Technician Level 3 apprenticeship, including day and block release at Burnley College.

Requirements

GCSE Math (grade 4 or above). Relevant qualifications and experience can be considered for adjustments.

About the company

Falkland Engineering Burnley specializes in designing and manufacturing press tools, jigs, fixtures, and special-purpose equipment for various industries.

After this apprenticeship

Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion.

Contact

Burnley College, Themis, [e-mail], 01282 733005. Reference code: VAC1000318360.

Apply now

Closes on Monday, 1 September 2025. Applying requires signing in with a GOV.UK One Login, which can be created during the application process.