Apprentice Machining Technician
TECHNIC ENGINEERING LTD
WILTSHIRE (BA12 6LA)
Closes in 14 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 7 August 2026
Contents
Summary
Technic Engineering are seeking to employ an enthusiastic and hardworking person as an Apprentice Machining Technician. We are looking for someone who enjoys both practical and academic work, with an interest in engineering.
- 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
- Machining technician (level 3)
- Hours
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7:30- 4:45 Mon-Thurs
07:30-12:30 on Friday.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 2 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years 7 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
As an Engineering Apprentice with Technic Engineering Ltd, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while working with advanced manufacturing technology and skilled engineering professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to develop practical engineering skills and build the foundations for a rewarding career in the industry.
You will:
▪️ Learn how to set up, operate and monitor state-of-the-art CNC machining equipment
- Develop the skills to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD designs and manufacturing specifications
- Produce precision-engineered components while working on real projects for customers
- Gain experience of industry-standard quality checks, machining records and production documentation
- Work within a professional engineering environment, learning best practice in health, safety and manufacturing excellence
- Take pride in maintaining an organised, safe and efficient workspace
- Receive support and guidance from experienced engineers who will help you develop your technical knowledge and practical skills
This apprenticeship offers the chance to earn while you learn, work with cutting-edge engineering technology, and develop the skills needed for a successful career in modern manufacturing.
Where you'll work
UNIT 2-3
QUARRY INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
MERE
WILTSHIRE
BA12 6LA
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
YEOVIL COLLEGE
Training course
Machining technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.
- Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.
- Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.
- Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.
- Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.
- Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components.
- Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.
- Plan and organise own work and resources.
- Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Select machining process.
- Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.
- Set and adjust machine operating parameters. For example, setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations, loading, proving and validating programs when using a CNC machine tool.
- Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features. For example, parallel; stepped; angular diameters and faces; grooves; slots; recesses and undercuts; radii and chamfers; internal and external forms and profiles; reamed; bored; drilled and electro eroded holes; internal and external screw threads.
- Measure and check components.
- Select and check condition of tools and equipment. Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.
- Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.
- Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults. Diagnose and resolve issues. Escalate issues.
- Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.
- Communicate with others verbally. For example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures. Escalate issues.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
- Apply ethical principles.
- Apply team working principles.
- Comply with statutory health and safety regulations and procedures.
- Comply with environmental, ethical and sustainability regulations and procedures: safe disposal of waste, re-cycling or re-use of materials and efficient use of resources.
- Prepare and set up conventional or CNC machines.
- Operate and adjust conventional or CNC machines.
- Apply risk assessment and hazard identification processes and procedures in the work area.
- Monitor, obtain and check stock and supplies, and complete stock returns.
- Record information - paper based or electronic. For example, energy usage, job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Read and interpret information. For example, data and documentation used to produce machined components.
- Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific principles.
- Plan and organise own work and resources.
- Follow and apply inspection, quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Select machining process.
- Select and setup tooling and work holding devices.
- Set and adjust machine operating parameters. For example, setting feeds and speeds for roughing and finishing operations, loading, proving and validating programs when using a CNC machine tool.
- Apply machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features. For example, parallel; stepped; angular diameters and faces; grooves; slots; recesses and undercuts; radii and chamfers; internal and external forms and profiles; reamed; bored; drilled and electro eroded holes; internal and external screw threads.
- Measure and check components.
- Select and check condition of tools and equipment. Identify issues, resolve and take action as needed.
- Identify and action issues in the manufacturing process.
- Apply fault-finding and diagnostic testing procedures to identify faults. Diagnose and resolve issues. Escalate issues.
- Maintain the work area and return any resources and consumables.
- Communicate with others verbally. For example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Follow machine shut down, safe isolation, handover, start up or warm up procedures. Escalate issues.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques. Devise suggestions for improvement.
- Apply ethical principles.
- Apply team working principles.
Training schedule
The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Level 3 Machining Technician. On completion the apprentice will receive Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Machining). Functional Skills in Maths and English may also be required depending on current level.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade (Grade 9 – 4 / A* - C))
- Maths (grade Maths (Grade 9 – 4 / A* - C))
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
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Driving license or reliable form of transport to get to site and to Yeovil College.
You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. In some cases, you may be required to have a telephone interview with Yeovil College prior to your application being passed on. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
About this employer
Technic Engineering Ltd is a family owned business with more than 40 years experience in the Oil & Gas, Aerospace and commercial industries.
A precision engineering company capable of meeting the demands of modern day industry, working to AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
We pride ourselves on achieving our customers requirements for Quality, on time delivery & competitive pricing.
With our highly skilled workforce & modern machinery we are able to produce a wide range of components to suit our customers exacting needs.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Upon completion of the apprenticeship, the potential of a permanent position and long term career.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
YEOVIL COLLEGE
Gabrielle Cobner
gabrielle.cobner@yeovil.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046902.
Apply now
Closes in 14 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)