Apprentice Machinist / Fitter CONWAY PRECISION ENGINEERING GROUP LTD

The company is looking to recruit an apprentice to learn how to operate both conventional and CNC machines, use CAD and also to assemble fixtures. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.

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Closing date: 25 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,268.00

    Discretionary quarterly bonus Free parking PPE provided

  • Working week

    7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, 7.30am to 12.30pm on Friday.

    Total hours per week: 39

  • Expected duration

    4 Years

  • Possible start date

    30 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    03 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000140005

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Typical duties for this role will include:

  • Using all conventional machines - lathes, millers, grinding and jig bore
  • Machining using CNC millers and lathes
  • CAD/CAM
  • Assemble complex bespoke fixtures

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

This is a 4 year Level 3 Engineering Technician apprenticeship, Machinist pathway. The successful candidate will be required to attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, 2.5 days per week for the first two years as part of the training.  Please ensure you can travel to both sites.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

To become a valued member of the team who's input will become vital in the future development of the company.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness, An interest in engineering

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English, Maths and Science (Grade 6 minimum) Essential

Things to consider

Must be able to display a keen interest in engineering and manufacturing. Demonstrate a passion for a relevant hobby Have an enquiring mind

About the employer

Located at the heart of UK manufacturing, Conway Precision supplies specialist precision gauges, fixtures, tooling & components to global companies in the automotive, aerospace, rail, oil, and defence sectors, and offers a bespoke design (3D CAD), manufacture, calibration, project management and refurbishment service. Our reputation is reinforced by personal, friendly & helpful staff & production teams, who regularly achieve near impossible customer driven delivery requirements. An extensive gauge & tool room boasts high quality machine tools, supported by a temperature controlled inspection facility. The factory premises are situated close to "spaghetti junction" (M6 interchange) near Birmingham city centre, & are ideally situated for the coordination of an excellent & responsive supplier base.

Employer

CONWAY PRECISION ENGINEERING GROUP LTD

Address

114 Tame Road

Birmingham

B6 7EZ

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Training

Training provider

IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Contact

Sue Fisher or Alex Jones

01922 457686

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

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