Engineering Machine Operator Apprentice

KWIKTUF LTD

HULL (HU2 0PZ)

Closes in 17 days (Monday 5 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 18 December 2025

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Summary

This is an opportunity to join a local, fast expanding company! You will be working various machines to develop an understanding and knowledge of glass variations and technical drawings. You will learn unique skills to enable you to handle and cut glass safely using CNC Optimisation Equipment and manual techniques.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
Shifts and working start/end times will be discussed with candidates at interview.

40 hours a week

Start date

Thursday 19 February 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

Working alongside an experienced and supportive team you will develop an understanding and knowledge of glass variations in terms of coatings, patterns and applications. You will work to a high degree of accuracy and quality, you will learn how to handle glass safely and cut glass of various types, shapes and thicknesses, using automated CNC Optimisation Equipment, as well as manual techniques.

The successful applicant will be

  • Methodical with a high attention to detail,
  • Able to work as part of a small team as well as on their own initiative
  • Excellent communication skills, good IT skills and preferably an interest in science and engineering.
  • Good core GCSEs are essential.
  • Enthusiasm for and interest in engineering and machine operations
  • Commitment to the work and maintaining and developing the organisation’s reputation and customer base
  • Ability to work with others and enjoy team working
  • Pro-active and positive attitude applied to all tasks – large and small
  • Demonstrable ability to work accurately with high precision
  • Ability to follow instruction and work to schedule
  • Ability to maximise own productivity and make efficient use of time
  • Flexible – able to work across a number of different machines and adapt daily routine according to changing customer demands
  • Commitment to continued learning and development

Where you'll work

264 WINCOLMLEE
HULL
HU2 0PZ

Training

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

Training provider

KINGSTON UPON HULL CITY COUNCIL

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

Training will take place on a day release basis at Hull Training’s engineering centre. Working towards Level 2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills if required.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 3 or D)
  • Maths (grade 3 or D)

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
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

Applicant must attend Hull Training's initial assessment and interview process in order to be considered for shortlisting by the company. Invites to these sessions will be sent from Hull Training via email to the email address you have used to apply for this vacancy.

About this employer

Manufacturing from two factories close to Hull’s City Centre, KwikTuf Ltd has a reputation for delivering a high quality and reliable service for Processed Glass Products, Toughened Safety Glass, Double Glazed Units toughened laminated glass and painted glass products. Employing around 100 people and some of the latest technology production equipment, KwikTuf has the commitment, people and machinery to supply glass products for windows, doors, balustrades, furniture, shops, offices and leisure industries at some of the best prices and one of the best services available to trade and industry in the Yorkshire/Lincolnshire Area.

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After this apprenticeship

The successful candidate may be given the opportunity of full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship if available.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

KINGSTON UPON HULL CITY COUNCIL

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000005870.

Apply now

Closes in 17 days (Monday 5 January 2026 at 11:59pm)