Engineering Apprenticeship

Assist qualified engineers and technicians with routine engineering tasks and projects Learn and apply core engineering skills such as machining, fitting, assembly, maintenance, or fabrication (depending on business area) Follow technical drawings, instructions, and specifications accurately Carry out basic fault finding, testing, and quality checks under supervision Safely operate tools, equipment, and machinery as trained Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised working environment in line with health and safety procedures Complete apprenticeship training requirements, including attending college/workshops, completing assignments, and keeping logbooks updated Work as part of a team, contributing to problem solving and continuous improvement Adhere to company policies, procedures, and values at all times

Training:
Engineering Operative Level 2 One day per week at Dover College  Functional skills if required 

Training Outcome:

Potential full-time position.

Employer Description:
Abwood Machine Tools dates back to a partnership formed by two brothers in the 1920’s in the London suburb of Abbey Wood. Primarily involved with general engineering the business focus turned towards work holding equipment and machine tool manufacture during the 1950’s. Rapid growth in the manufacturing sector prompted a move to a new factory located in Dartford where high volume production of machine tool vices and surface grinders continued up until a steady decline during the 1980’s which prompted a relocation to a smaller manufacturing facility. During the peak, Abwood Machine Tools produced a variety of models with special emphasise on rotary table surface grinders for the bearing industry and creep feed grinders for the glass industry.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00 (30-minute lunch break) Friday: 07:00 - 12:00

Skills:
Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative