Apprentice Toolmaker

RYELAND MK LIMITED

Buckinghamshire (MK2 3JJ)

Closes in 15 days (Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 21 April 2026

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Summary

Build the tools that build the future! Ever wondered how car parts, commercial components, and precision metal products are actually made? If you enjoy working with your hands, learning practical skills, and want a career where no two days are the same, this could be the apprenticeship for you.

Wage

£16,640 a year

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Annual Salary

Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday–Thursday, 7:30am - 4:45pm. Friday, 7:30am - 12:30pm (early finish!).

40 hours a week

Start date

Sunday 30 August 2026

Duration

3 years 9 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

Ryeland Toolmakers are offering an exciting opportunity to join our skilled engineering team and learn the highly respected trade of Toolmaking from industry experts.

What you'll be doing:

From day one, you’ll be learning on real projects, using real machinery, and developing skills that can set you up for life.

You will:

  • Work alongside experienced, friendly toolmakers who will mentor you one to one
  • Learn how precision press tools are manufactured from start to finish
  • Use professional metal cutting machines including Horizontal & vertical milling machines, Pedestal drilling machines, and Surface grinders
  • Progress onto advanced engineering equipment e.g. CNC milling machines and EDM wire cutting machines
  • Build confidence, technical ability, and problem-solving skills every week

What we're looking for:

  • You don’t need experience — just the right attitude
  • Good timekeeping
  • Willingness to learn
  • Conscientious and reliable
  • Able to communicate and work as part of a team
  • A driving licence would be helpful but is not essential

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Where you'll work

Units 17/18 Barton Road
Water Eaton Industrial Estate
Milton Keynes
Buckinghamshire
MK2 3JJ

Training

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

Training provider

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

Training course

Engineering technician (level 3)

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Training schedule

Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Delivered by attending one day a week to Milton Keynes College. Apprenticeship standard subject to change to Toolmaker and Tool and Die Maintenance Technician on enrolment.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

“GCSE” in:

  • “Maths” (grade 9-5)
  • “English” (grade 9-4)

GCSE in:

Science (grade 9-4)

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

Skills

  • Timekeeping
  • Communication
  • Conscientious
  • Willing to Learn
  • Good attitude

Other requirements

Predicted grades will be accepted. However, any offers made will be conditional, pending actual grades.

About this employer

Established in 1974, Ryeland Toolmakers are a leading press tool manufacturer supplying the automotive and commercial sectors. We’re known for precision, quality, and innovation, and we pride ourselves on developing young talent and careers that last.

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

After this apprenticeship

This apprenticeship can open doors to:

  • CNC machining and programming
  • Advanced toolmaking
  • Project engineering
  • Leadership and management roles

Many of our skilled engineers started exactly where you are now.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027488.

Apply now

Closes in 15 days (Wednesday 6 May 2026 at 11:59pm)