Machining Apprentice

Worksop Engineering Ltd (t/a J P Forrest & Son)

WORKSOP (S81 7DJ)

Closes in 28 days (Friday 17 July 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 19 June 2026

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Summary

Begin your career in Engineering!

Want hands-on experience, real skills, and the chance to learn from trained engineers who genuinely invest in your future? Worksop Engineering Ltd is looking for a motivated individual to join their highly skilled team at their Worksop site as a Machining Apprentice.

Wage

£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Pay will be reviewed upon performance and successful completion of apprenticeship

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 7.30am - 4.30pm, Friday: 7.30pm - 12.30pm

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 3 August 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Your training and responsibilities as a Machining Apprentice, will include (but not be limited to) the following:

  • Set and operate manual horizontal borers, lathes, milling and drilling machines as required
  • Programme set and operate CNC horizontal borers, lathes and milling machines as required
  • Accurately follow job cards and update accordingly
  • Understand and read engineering drawings/symbols
  • Operate overhead crane as required (once trained)
  • Ensure correct marking up of component parts
  • Work to quality standards required for the components and to maintain the ISO 9001 accreditation
  • Cut materials from stock bar maintaining material identity at all times
  • Undertake final inspections of finished components
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and productive work area for colleagues and yourself
  • When trained, ensure job timings are met/exceeded

You’ll learn side-by-side with experienced engineers who are passionate about sharing their knowledge, giving you hands-on exposure to a wide range of tasks and a real understanding of how the whole business operates. With dedicated mentoring and support, you’ll build confidence, develop in-demand skills, and lay strong foundations for a long-term career in engineering.

If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and ready to take your first step into engineering with a supportive business, apply now. This opportunity at Worksop Engineering Ltd will be highly sought after - don’t miss your chance to get started.

Where you'll work

CLAYLANDS AVENUE
WORKSOP
S81 7DJ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

RNN GROUP

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

Engineering Operative Level 2.

The successful candidate will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group at their Worksop campus on a day release format, giving you the training and support you need to become an all-rounded and successful Engineer.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade A*-C/9-4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Work under pressure
  • Ability to prioritise workload

Other requirements

This is a successful business with a fantastic reputation that works to a tight schedule. They are looking for someone who can get there in a morning punctually (think about the location of the business and transport links), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the team.

About this employer

J P Forrest & Son is a precision engineering company specialising in the manufacture of medium to heavy welded steel fabrications, machining and assembly to customer specific requirements of equipment such as gear cases, housings, mainframes and equipment bodies for a diverse range of industries including mining, steel making, offshore oil & gas, marine, power generation and recycling.

https://jpforrest.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay (contractual terms apply)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Further industry appropriate training.

A lifelong career in the engineering industry with Worksop Engineering Ltd.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RNN GROUP

Martin Hodgkinson

jobs@jpforrest.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037763.

Apply now

Closes in 28 days (Friday 17 July 2026 at 11:59pm)