STARTING IN MARCH 2026 Are you a logical thinker, with a keen interest in a practical role? Are you keen to secure an apprenticeship which will support you to gain qualifications in a hands-on environment? PETA are proud to be working with Langstone Engineering Ltd to recruit and train a CNC Machinist Apprentice. This opportunity is a full-time role based at their site in Portsmouth. Training to be provided: As a CNC Machinist Apprentice, you will be studying a Level 3 Machining Technician Apprenticeship. Throughout your Apprenticeship with Langstone Engineering, you will be supported by your company mentor and your PETA Learning and Development Coach. You will attend PETA’s Havant training centre for off-the-job training, one day per week for 39 months of the apprenticeship. Overall duration 45 months. T raining will start in March 2026, and is therefore not suitable for school leavers in 2026. About the role: As a CNC Machinist Apprentice, you will be trained to become a highly skilled machinist, manufacturing complex, precision parts and components from specialist materials using CNC machine tools. Your core responsibilities will include: Learning how to check materials before starting work Becoming competent using technical information such as using drawings, models and work order cards. Setting up a range of work holding devices including chucks, fixtures and vices Learning how to programme, set, operate and adjust CNC machinery Completing milling and turning operations Adjusting a range of machining parameters to produce products with a high degree of accuracy and finish Gaining experience manufacturing parts to a high degree of accuracy and finish Using a range of measuring equipment Apprenticeship Progression: Langstone Engineering have a great track record of supporting apprentices in their business. Over time, the role will develop to offer challenging new responsibilities to stretch your capabilities and understanding. Upon completion of your Apprenticeship programme, there is the potential to be offered a full-time position. Our ideal CNC Machinist Apprentice: An apprenticeship is all about learning new knowledge, skills and behaviours, therefore, to be considered for this role of a CNC Machinist Apprentice, you must be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in Engineering and a willingness to learn. You will also require: GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or above / or equivalent A strong work ethic and motivated with a can-do attitude Good communication skills Team-working skills Dependability Desire to learn and develop with a passion for engineering Logical and methodical thinker About The Company Langstone Engineering is a specialist team who focus on a broad range of precision-manufactured parts delivering high quality results to demanding tolerances, detail and timescales. Acquired by Precision Engineering Solutions (PES) in May 2021, the acquisition has enhanced the PES portfolio to enable the company to grow our expertise and offering within the Precision markets. We are on a journey of growth and are looking for apprentices with an appetite to develop within our business and to develop a career with us post apprenticeship. Benefits: Auto enrolled into the company pension scheme after qualification period 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Service days Free parking on site Health cash plan scheme If you are keen to start a career as a CNC Machinist Apprentice, click APPLY now!