Engineering Operative Apprentice

TURNOCK LTD

Walsall (WS2 7QZ)

Closes in 29 days (Friday 22 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 23 July 2025

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Summary

Turnock Ltd is seeking an Electrical Engineering Operative Apprentice to join their shop floor assembly team. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will support a variety of electrical tasks, learn key factory processes, and begin developing skills to contribute to product design and development.

Wage

£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Thursday 8.00am- 4.30pm Friday 8.00am- 1.00pm

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 3 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

Daily duties:

  • Support routine electrical tasks including wiring, and fault finding
  • Learn to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications
  • Use hand tools and electrical testing instruments safely and correctly
  • Follow health and safety procedures at all times, wearing appropriate PPE
  • Maintain accurate records of work and complete apprenticeship logbooks and assignments
  • Participate in regular reviews and assessments with training providers and supervisors
  • Attend college/training centre as required to complete off-the-job learning

Where you'll work

Reaymer Close
Walsall
WS2 7QZ

Training

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

Training provider

IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

This is a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship, Electrical pathway, delivered over a period of 15 months. 

The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, 1 day per week for the first year, and the company for the rest of the time accompanied by assessor visits

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and Maths (grade 9-4 minimum)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

Candidate should have: • An interest in electrical engineering and hands-on practical work • A desire to gain good communication and teamwork skills • Willingness to learn and take instructions • Good attention to detail and problem-solving attitude • Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing the apprenticeship program

About this employer

Turnock Ltd is a Midlands-based designer & manufacturer of specialist Lighting & Electrical products, for both the UK & overseas customers. We have a proud heritage dating back to 1905 when Mr George Turnock started the business, and we continue his founding ethos of customer service, backed up by sound technical advice, & the ability to modify designs to specific customer needs. This is all underpinned by the ISO9001:2015 accreditation from BSI.

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

Company benefits

Annual leave: 5 Weeks plus public holidays Sick leave: Govt SSP scheme Pension: Auto-enrolment scheme

After this apprenticeship

The candidate should want and be able to progress to Level 3

Further progression to Level 4 (HNC) in electrical/electronic engineering will be possible for those wishing to further their career

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Aimee

aimeen@in-comm.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000331176.

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Closes in 29 days (Friday 22 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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