Apprentice Toolmaker

ACCPRO; Dublin; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCPRO is seeking an Apprentice Toolmaker to join our team and develop the skills to manufacture high-precision aerospace components. You will participate in the SOLAS Toolmaking Apprenticeship Programme with hands-on training on-site and at dedicated training centres, and, on successful completion, become a fully qualified Toolmaker.

Key responsibilities include learning to operate and set up machine tools, reading drawings, measuring components, and developing tooling and CAD/CAM skills.

Qualifications

• Technical background or machining experience is a plus.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop is essential.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Interest in engineering and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Learning to operate and set up machine tools.
• Manufacturing precision components to exact specifications.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Using measuring and inspection equipment to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Developing skills in tooling, machining, and CAD/CAM software.
• Following engineering procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.

Skills

Detail orientation

Willingness to learn

Organisational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Machine tools

Job description

Interested in engineering, machining, and precision manufacturing? Looking to build a career in a highly specialised industry?

We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Toolmaker to join our team and develop the skills needed to manufacture high-precision components for the aerospace and space propulsion industry.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while completing the SOLAS Toolmaking Apprenticeship Programme, with training both on‑site and at dedicated training centres. On successful completion, you’ll become a fully qualified Toolmaker.

Key Responsibilities:

• Learning to operate and set up machine tools.


• Manufacturing precision components to exact specifications.


• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.


• Using measuring and inspection equipment to ensure quality and accuracy.


• Developing skills in tooling, machining, and CAD/CAM software.


• Following engineering procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.


• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.


• Good organisational, communication, and teamwork skills.


• Basic computer skills.


• A strong interest in engineering and manufacturing.

A technical background or previous machining experience would be an advantage, but a strong willingness to learn and develop is essential.