Apprentice Engineering Operator

WAVE OPTICS LIMITED

OXFORD (OX14 4SR)

Closes on Friday 31 July 2026

Posted on 25 February 2026

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Summary

The Apprentice will learn to safely and efficiently operate various machinery and equipment in our manufacturing facility. This apprenticeship offers training and mentor-ship, preparing for a successful career as a skilled Operator in a high tech cleanroom environment.

Wage

£20,000 a year

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£20,000 - £22,000 Dependant on experience

Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

1 year

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

You will:
• Learn how to process material to the required production plan, quality standards and to the applied standard operating procedures.
• Learn and adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or production issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Participate in all required training and educational programs.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing process.

Where you'll work

141 PARK DRIVE
MILTON PARK
ABINGDON
OXFORD
OX14 4SR

Training

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

Training provider

ENGINEERING TRUST TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

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Training schedule

Qualifications included:

  • Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standard. Company Training Plan & Assessment.
  • Level 2 Diploma in manufacturing - Knowledge & Skills (workplace)
  • Level 1 Functional Skills - Maths (If required)
  • Level 1 Functional Skills - English (If required)
  • End Point Assessment at the end of the apprenticeship

 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths, English & Science (grade 4 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
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience
  • Interest in Engineering
  • Positive Attitude
  • Willingness to learn
  • Safety Conscious
  • Proactive
  • Resilient
  • Time Management

Other requirements

You will be working in a cleanroom facility, this is a highly controlled, enclosed environment designed to maintain extremely low levels of airborne contaminants like dust. Please do some research about cleanroom facilities as part of your application process.

• (If you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK then we will require a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme)

Minimum Qualifications:

  • GCSE in Maths, English, Science, Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent): Maths, English and a Science/Technology subject (If you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK then we will require a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme)
  • You must have the right to work in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria for UK government-funded apprenticeships, including residency requirements (normally 3 years’ ordinary residence in the UK, EEA or a relevant territory prior to the start of the programme
  • You must not be enrolled on another UK government-funded education or training programme at the time of starting the apprenticeship.

About this employer

The Spectacles team is pushing the boundaries of technology to bring people closer together in the real world. Our fifth-generation Spectacles, powered by Snap OS, showcase how standalone, see-through AR glasses make playing, learning, and working better together.

https://www.spectacles.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

We’re looking for Apprentices who are eager to grow into future leaders. Augmented Reality is a new and rapidly emerging technology, making this an exciting time to enter the field.

You’ll have the opportunity to build a strong foundation of knowledge and accelerate your engineering career as the industry continues to expand.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ENGINEERING TRUST TRAINING LIMITED

Mason Curtiss

m.curtiss@theengineeringtrust.org

07795 887318

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000017118.

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Closes on Friday 31 July 2026

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