Summary
Jenks & Cattell Engineering’s apprenticeship programme is being expanded this year because here, we recognise the importance of developing young adult’s skills and providing a training platform to upskill the next generation of engineers and technicians.
Wage
£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.00pm and 7.30am to 12.00PM midday on Friday.
37 hours a week
Start date
Monday 8 September 2025
Duration
3 years 6 months
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
* Assist in service & repair of press tools and robot welding fixtures
* Work under the supervision of highly skilled toolmakers to learn to safely operate lathes, milling machines, radial drillers & surface grinders
* Use precision measuring instruments like micrometre’s gauges and CMM machines
* Implement tooling improvements
* Complete tool reports and ordering of spare parts
* Interface with new production tooling manager on new tooling projects
* Comply with the quality and environment standards procedures and instructions
Where you'll work
Neachells Lane
Wednesfield
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WV11 3PU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Training schedule
Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade A*-C (4-9))
* Maths (grade B/5)
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
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
Other requirements
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in precision tool repairs and maintenance while learning from highly experienced professionals.