Apprentice Machine Engineer

What you’ll learn:

You’ll be trained in programming, set and operating a wide range of engineering machinery, including:

CNC 4 axis turning & CNC 5 axis milling Gear cutting (hobbing, shaping, bevel gears) CNC & manual grinding Wire eroding and broaching Gearbox assembly Quality control using micrometers, verniers and CMMs

This is practical engineering - not just watching from the sidelines.

What you’ll do day to day:

Keep your work area organised Support other departments when needed Follow Health & Safety rules Suggest improvements and new ideas Work as part of a skilled, friendly team

Who we’re looking for:

Someone who is:

Enthusiastic about engineering Good with numbers and hands on tasks Able to read technical drawings A team player with a mature attitude Hard working, self motivated and committed Aware of Health & Safety Able to study and learn independently

Training:
In house training is supported using the NatWest Mentoring Portal, where online training on Health and Safety is completed Every week you’ll get a full day at Milton Keynes College - a chance to boost your skills, learn the engineering theory, and work towards your Machining Technician Apprenticeship qualification alongside other apprentices

Training Outcome:
All Apprentices are expected to complete their apprenticeship standard Apprentices who excel during this training will then be supported to continue their training with a view to them completing level 4, 5 and 6

Employer Description:

Gibbs Gears is a leading UK manufacturer of high‑precision gears, components and motion‑control solutions for global aerospace, motorsport, nuclear, medical and industrial markets. We specialise in CNC milling, turning, grinding and EDM, supported by strict ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards. Working closely with customers from concept to prototype, we deliver innovative, custom‑built engineering solutions.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:30 and Friday, 08:00 - 15:30

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working