Machining Apprentice

UK CARBON & GRAPHITE CO LTD

Rotherham (S61 1EE)

Closes in 13 days (Friday 15 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 31 July 2025


Summary

Would you like to manufacture a successful career in Engineering? UK Carbon and Graphite Co Ltd are looking for two highly motivated individuals to join them as Machining Apprentices. You’d be based at their Rotherham site and assist with the manufacture of carbon and graphite products.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Pay will be reviewed every 6 months initially and upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
8am-4pm Monday - Thursday. 6am-2pm Friday.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

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

As a Machining Apprentice, you'll be initially responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

  • Operate various types of machinery, manual and CNC
  • Inspect finished components & produce an Inspection report sheet
  • Ensuring tooling, fixtures, gauges, drawings etc are available, prepared and the machining process is documented and understood in readiness for the next job
  • Work safely and in line with written procedures, carrying out your own risk assessment before commencing work
  • Use a variety of hand tools
  • Assist with warehousing of finished products
  • Comply to relevant environmental and safety standards required for the product

You’ll develop your skills alongside trained engineers who are eager to pass on their knowledge, helping you learn a variety of duties and how to support the whole business. You’ll be mentored to achieve your full potential and create the foundation of a career in engineering.

If you are committed and ready to take your first step into a career with a great employer, then please apply now! This apprenticeship and opportunity with UK C&G will be highly competitive, so don’t miss your chance!

Where you'll work

Bessemer Works
Harrison Street
Rotherham
S61 1EE

Training

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

Training provider

RNN GROUP

Training course

Engineering operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

The successful candidates will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group at their Rotherham campus on a day release format, giving you the training and support you need to become an all-rounded and successful Engineer.

The Apprenticeship Standard you will be studying is Engineering Operative – Mechanical Manufacturing – Level 2.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade A*-C / 9-4)

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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Enthusiasm
  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Work under pressure

Other requirements

This is a successful company with a great reputation that work to tight schedules. They are looking for someone who can get there every morning punctually (consider the company and college location), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the UK C&G team.

About this employer

UKCG Group is a UK based company specialising in the controlled manufacture, machining, testing and global distribution of carbon and graphite products utilised in varying applications and industrial sectors. UKCG have been active in the field of industrial carbon and graphite products for generations, bringing a wealth of knowledge-based solutions to our customers. They are proud to be recognized in over 30 countries spanning over six continents.

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After this apprenticeship

Further and higher skill development/qualifications where applicable. A lifelong career in the manufacturing industry and progression opportunities with UK C&G Co Ltd.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RNN GROUP

lorraine

lorraine.savage@rnngroup.ac.uk

07713319356

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000334855.

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Closes in 13 days (Friday 15 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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