Level 3
CNC Machining Apprentice
British Engines · Cramlington
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- Pay
- £15,392 a year
- Hours
- 37 a week
- Length
- 42 months
- Starts
- 2 Nov 2026
- Advertised closing date
- 30 Oct 2026
- Openings
- 3 positions
- Last checked
- 2 hours ago
Applications are handled by British Engines directly.
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What you would do
CMP (part of the British Engines Group) have a fantastic opportunity for a number of CNC machining apprentices to join this fantastic team based in Cramlington. This is an excellent opportunity to earn while you learn. Start date November 2026.
Day to day
As a Machining Apprentice at CMP, part of the British Engines group of businesses, you will be trained to carry out a range of engineering-based activities, developing hands-on skills and experience as you start your career in mechanical engineering.
The apprenticeship is a 4-year programme specialising in mechanical engineering. During your first two years you will work towards achieving a Level 3 Diploma in Machining, which will require attendance at college one day per week. The remaining 4 days will be spent in our manufacturing facilities in Cramlington gaining hands on experience.
During your apprenticeship you will be supported by experienced mentors who will ensure you are provide with the support and guidance to be successful.
At CMP we are proud to develop the next generation of mechanical engineers. Many of our apprentices have developed into design, production engineering and management and have received support in gaining higher education qualifications.
What you’ll be doing:
Learning all aspects of CNC machines, including Rotary machines and CNC Sliding Head machines including:
- How to set-up, operate and adjust / edit equipment settings as applicable to the machine tool being used
- Read and / or edit CNC programmes
- Measure and check components and make adjustments to the equipment/programme to ensure components meet the require specification
- Understand the importance of Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’S)
- Use a variety of measuring equipment ensure all inspection requirements are completed
- Apply a variety of removal and shaping techniques such as boring, cutting, drilling, milling, grinding and welding
- Understand how businesses operate and the interrelationships between departments and activities
What you would study
Machining technician (level 3)
Machining Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
- 3 x 5-week practical training modules in hand fitting, turning and milling (starting September)
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Machining
- End-point assessment
Training provider: TDR TRAINING LIMITED
Working week
37 hours - Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm.
What you need
- GCSE English Language or English Literature at grade 5/C or above (essential)
- GCSE Maths at grade 5/C or above (essential)
Skills they are looking for
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
After the apprenticeship
Full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship.
Where
Cramlington, North East (NE23).
About British Engines
CMP Products (part of the British Engines Group) are specialists in cable glands and cable cleats. We design and manufacture cable glands, cable cleats and accessories for installation in a wide variety of environments. Our products suit a range of applications and cover multiple international installation codes, from IEC to NEC
Reference 2000056891.
Report a problem with this listing- Pay
- £15,392 a year
- Hours
- 37 a week
- Length
- 42 months
- Starts
- 2 Nov 2026
- Advertised closing date
- 30 Oct 2026
- Openings
- 3 positions
- Last checked
- 2 hours ago
Applications are handled by British Engines directly.
Know someone this would suit?