General Engineering Apprentice
ASG GROUP LTD
DERBY (DE24 8PX)
Closes in 30 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 22 July 2026
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Summary
Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.
Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.
If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- have an EHC plan
- are in care or have been in care
- are in prison or have been in prison
The apprentice will be working within our fabrication department,
making parts for the automotive industry for customers such as
JLR, Honda, and more.
- Wage
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£17,846.40 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Hourly rate is £8.80p/h.
- Training course
- Engineering and manufacturing foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday – Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm, Fridays 7:30am-2:30pm.
39 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
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8 months
- 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
- Reading engineering drawings.
- Setting machinery such as presses and lasers.
- Producing parts to specific quality standards.
The apprentice will start with reviewing the daily tasks alongside
the team leader/supervisor. They will then get machinery set-up
ready to process parts and then operate said machinery. There will
also be occasions when they will work alongside our
R&D/engineering department on development for upcoming
projects.
Where you'll work
997 LONDON ROAD
ALVASTON
DERBY
DE24 8PX
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
DCG
Training course
Engineering and manufacturing foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
Training schedule
Requirements
You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.
Other requirements
As some of the machinery/parts are large, there may be some
elements of heavy lifting involved.
About this employer
ASG Group Ltd is made up of ASG, Ansini Ltd, Portland Wire
Products and Knetic. ASG based in Derby, specialises in the
manufacture and supply of automotive components and
assemblies, with a strong focus on quality, reliability and customer
service. The automotive division supports a range of leading
manufacturers, with Jaguar Land Rover being the Group's largest
customer.
ASG combines manufacturing expertise, technical knowledge and
customer-focused solutions to support customers across a variety
of industries. Through its diverse portfolio of businesses, we
provide innovative products and services whilst maintaining high
standards of operational excellence.
ASG has a team of around 120 employees across our factory and
office. With shifts running across morning, afternoon and night.
https://www.asg-group.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
Holiday allowance – 25 days plus bank holidays.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Further development into engineering specific roles or job setter.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DCG
Niall Nanson
niall.nanson@derby-college.ac.uk
01332 387420
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000043817.
Apply now
Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.
If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- have an EHC plan
- are in care or have been in care
- are in prison or have been in prison
Closes in 30 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)