Apprentice Engineer Technician - Toolmaker Burnley, England
Job description
Apprenticeship summary
As an apprentice toolmaker you will be trained to produce precision tools and work-holding devices. During your apprenticeship you will learn how to manufacture and assemble new tooling and how to re-furbish worn tooling.
The tools you will make are used to cut, shape and form metals and other materials to manufacture our range of products. You will become skilled, not only in conventional milling, turning, grinding and assembly. You will develop skills in programming, setting and operation of our state-of-the-art CNC multi axis machining centres.
This is a ‘4 year’ apprenticeship where you will be expected to complete your HNC in Engineering.
Benefits:
✓ Earn whilst you learn
✓ Receive a comprehensive employee benefits package
✓ Work with state-of-the-art machinery and equipment
✓ Work in modern facilities with a committed and supportive employer
✓ Gain a nationally recognised qualification
✓ Opportunities to progress and much more!
Requirements and prospects
Desired qualificationsEntry requirements: A minimum of 4 GCSE’s at Grade 5 with a preference of Grade 6 in Maths, English and Science.
Future prospects
Qualifications on completion: Level 3 Diploma and a HNC.
About the employer
Fort Vale Engineering Limited is the world leader in the precision manufacture of valves and fittings for the transportation of bulk liquids in the tank container, road tanker and rail industries.
The transportation of gases and liquids by road, rail and sea must be safe and Fort Vale works with the industry and regulatory bodies so that the quality of its design, materials and manufacture ensures that first-class safety is a reality.
Address
Calder Vale Park,
Simonstone Ln,
Simonstone,
Burnley
BB12 7ND
