L2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship
G J D MANUFACTURING LTD
HEYWOOD (OL10 2SX)
Closes in 31 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 27 April 2026
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Summary
The Manufacturing Operative Apprentice supports the production team with assembling, inspecting, and packaging products while developing practical skills. The role combines on-the-job training with formal learning to gain hands-on experience and a recognised qualification.
- Wage
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£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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2
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
- Assist with the assembly of products in line with work instructions and company procedures.
- Carry out basic quality checks under supervision to ensure products meet required standards.
- Report any defects, faults, or concerns to the Production Supervisor.
- Support the packaging of finished goods for safe storage and dispatch.
- Follow all health and safety procedures to maintain a safe working environment, including the correct use of PPE.
- Work collaboratively with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.
- Maintain a clean, tidy, and organised work area. Learn and develop skills across different areas of the production process as part of the apprenticeship programme.
Where you'll work
UNIT 2
BIRCH BUSINESS PARK
WHITTLE LANE
HEYWOOD
OL10 2SX
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
HOPWOOD HALL COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
The training will take place at Hopwood Hall College Middleton. You will attend college one day a week on a day release.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade Grade 4/C or above)
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
- Team working
- Physical fitness
- Willingness to Learn
- Open to developing new skills
- Timekeeping
- Positive attitude
About this employer
GJD is an industry leader in the design, UK manufacturing and supply of professional external detector equipment. Ranging from CCTV and lighting controllers to our range of White-Light and Infra-Red LED Illuminators utilised in the intruder surveillance industry.
After this apprenticeship
After completing the apprenticeship, you will achieve a Level 2 qualification in Engineering Operative.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HOPWOOD HALL COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000026897.
Apply now
Closes in 31 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)