Apprentice CNC Operator
G&J (CNC) SERVICES LIMITED
TONBRIDGE (TN12 6BE)
Closes in 24 days (Friday 24 October 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 30 September 2025
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Summary
We are offering a full-time Trainee Engineer/Operator role through the apprenticeship scheme, which combines hands-on training with college-based learning. You’ll have the opportunity to build your skills as a technician while working with innovative technology and modern CNC machinery. No previous experience is required.
- Wage
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£16,640 a year
- Training course
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Working week description (how will there working hours be distributed. Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00, 60 mins of breaks. 15 x2 and 30 x1. Total weekly hours. Min. 30 hours per week unless special conditions apply.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Sunday 26 October 2025
- Duration
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1 year 8 months
- Positions available
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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
The successful person will receive training, so that by the end of their apprenticeship they can confidently:
- Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision parts according to specifications.
- Machine components to conform to customer drawings and requirements. Interpreting technical drawings and internal works orders.
- Inspect and maintain cutting tools to ensure optimal performance, while keeping equipment calibrated and in good working order.
- Monitor machine operations and quality of output, making corrections when needed; adhering to in-cycle measuring.
- Inspect finished products using callipers, micrometers, and other precision tools
- Perform machine adjustments, tool changes, and offsets as required.
Where you'll work
UNIT 44
ELDON WAY
PADDOCK WOOD
TONBRIDGE
TN12 6BE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
MID-KENT COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
About this employer
Based in Paddock Wood, Kent, G&J CNC Services has been delivering high-quality, precision engineered components since 1987, building a reputation for reliable, flexible and efficient manufacturing. We utilise our extensive range of modern CNC machines to produce both metallic and plastic components, from one-off prototypes to high-volume production runs. With the capability to manufacture up to 10,000 components per week, we continuously refine our processes to maximise efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness for every project. Our investment in state-of-the-art machining technology ensures that all components meet stringent quality standards, with a focus on accuracy, consistency and timely delivery. G&J CNC Services Limited is part of the CTN Group of companies, founded in 2013. CTN Group consists of five CNC engineering companies located in Tonbridge, Basingstoke, Cambridge, Southampton and Norwich. The group operates more than 100 CNC machines from leading machine tool manufacturers.
After this apprenticeship
On completion of the training, progression to Programmer level may be possible, supported by additional training and experience.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
MID-KENT COLLEGE
Apprenticeship Recruitment
apprenticeshiprecruitment@midkent.ac.uk
01622 625999
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000343571.
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Closes in 24 days (Friday 24 October 2025 at 11:59pm)
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