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Machinist

Create, install, maintain and repair metal products, including machinery and equipment in factories.

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Information & Requirements

Machinists in the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering sector are predominantly involved in highly skilled, complex and precision work.

They machine components from specialist materials using conventional and / or CNC machine tools.

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Career Paths

The machinist qualification can lead to roles such as CNC Machine Operator, CNC Setter, CNC Wire and Spark Erosion Setter and Quality Engineer.

The skills gained will be useful in many different industries from Aerospace to Car Manufacturing, so you may be able to specialise in one area or move between them as your experience grows.

Your employer may offer opportunities to progress onto a higher apprenticeship or advance to gain a degree level qualification.

Related Vacancies

Take a look below at our current vacancies. Can’t see what you are looking for? Complete a general application and our Recruitment Team will endeavour to match you up with an employer as new opportunities arise.

Apprentice Engineer

Engineers aren’t born they’re bread and we’re gearing up to welcome applications for our 2024 Engineering Apprentices to join our family based in our Bellshill bakery. We are looking for our new Apprentices to have a passion for engineering and to be available to join the family in August 2024.

Annual Salary: £19,000

Hours: 36 per week, Monday – Friday (Whilst at MGTS)

Closing Date: 17th December 2023

Apprentice Engineer

Engineers aren’t born they’re bread and we’re gearing up to welcome applications for our 2024 Engineering Apprentices to join our family based in our Burnley bakery. We are looking for our new Apprentices to have a passion for engineering and to be available to join the family in August 2024.

Annual Salary: £19,000

Hours: 36 per week, Monday – Friday (Whilst at MGTS)

Closing Date: 4th December 2023

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

This is a 4 year apprenticeship in which you will be working towards a level 3 qualification to become a Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer.

Annual Salary: £11,482

Hours: 40 per week, Monday – Sunday (5 days out of 7)

Closing Date: 17th December 2023

Our Clients

MGTS has built long-standing relationships with some of the biggest names in industry, providing apprenticeship training for the next generation of the workforce, and upskilling experienced staff. Our clients include:

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Apply Today

Ready to start your career? Apply to MGTS today to find your perfect Apprenticeship and earn while you learn with professional qualifications and training.