Engineering Operative Apprentice
M&M ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS LTD
Nottingham (NG2 4EQ)
Closes in 13 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 12 August 2026
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Summary
M&M Engineering Solutions is looking for a motivated and reliable Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprentice to join its growing team in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in engineering while gaining practical experience and working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
- Wage
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£15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Engineering operative (level 2)
- Hours
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Working pattern:
Monday – Thursday 8.00 am-4.30 pm, 30 mins lunch.
Friday 8.00-1pm
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year
- Positions available
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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
As an apprentice, you will learn a range of engineering skills including the safe use of tools and equipment, basic fabrication and assembly techniques, interpreting technical information, quality checking components, and supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations. You will work alongside experienced engineers who will provide training and support throughout your apprenticeship.
This role is ideal for someone with a keen interest in engineering, strong attention to detail, and a willingness to learn new skills in a professional and supportive workplace environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with the preparation, assembly and manufacture of engineering components and products.
- Learning how to safely use a range of hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment.
- Supporting fabrication, cutting, drilling, grinding and finishing activities.
- Reading and interpreting basic engineering drawings and specifications.
- Preparing materials and equipment for production activities.
- Carrying out quality checks to ensure components meet required standards.
- Learning engineering measurement techniques and using measuring equipment accurately.
- Supporting stock control, material handling and general workshop organisation.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and tidy work environment in line with health and safety requirements.
- Following company procedures, safe systems of work and engineering best practices.
- Working as part of a team to complete projects and meet production deadlines.
- Attending off-the-job training and completing college work associated with the apprenticeship programme.
- Developing an understanding of engineering materials, manufacturing processes and production methods.
- Communicating effectively with supervisors, colleagues and customers where appropriate.
- Taking responsibility for your own learning and development throughout the apprenticeship.
We’re looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are eager to learn and work in a fast-paced environment. You’ll need:
- A keen interest in engineering and how things work.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
- A willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- Good communication skills to work effectively with the team.
Where you'll work
Unit 11-13
Trent South Industrial Park
Nottingham
NG2 4EQ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, environmental compliance procedures and systems and other relevant guidelines
- Identify and deal appropriately with any risks, hazards, hazardous situations and problems that may occur within the engineering environment within the limits of their responsibility
- Demonstrate effective communication skills which include oral, written, electronic
- Complete appropriate documentation accurately, efficiently and legibly using the correct terminology where required
- Obtain and follow the correct documentation, specifications and work instructions in accordance with time constraints and the roles and responsibilities identified for the engineering activities, extracting the necessary data/information from specification and related documentation
- Select and use appropriate tools, equipment and materials to carry out the engineering operation
- Deal appropriately with any problems that may occur within the manufacturing environment within the limits of their responsibility
- Work efficiently and effectively at all times maintaining workplace organisation and minimising waste
- Carryout fault location on appropriate equipment using suitable maintenance diagnostic techniques
- Carryout maintenance activities in line with work instructions
- Carryout tests on the maintained equipment in accordance with test schedule/defined test procedures
- Follow appropriate completion activities and restore equipment to service by replacing or repairing components
- Plan the mechanical manufacturing operation before they start
- Mount and set the required workholding devices
- Produce individual components, sub-assemblies or completed assemblies using mechanical manufacturing techniques
- Carryout quality checks during and after mechanical manufacturing operations
- Wire and terminate different types of cabling e.g. single core, multi core, screened, fire resistant, armoured, etc.
- Assemble and test a range of electrical components e.g. component panels, isolator switches, fuses, circuit breakers, contactors, relays, rail mounted terminal blocks, etc.
- Assemble and test a range of electronic components e.g. resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, etc.
- Follow appropriate completion activities and restore equipment/system to service after the assembly and testing has been completed
- Shape the materials using the appropriate methods and techniques
- Join the materials using the appropriate methods and techniques
- Produce components which meet the specification requirements
- Carryout quality checks during and after the fabrication activities
- Plan the materials, processing or finishing operation before they start
- Prepare equipment, tooling, materials, etc. and complete set up activities before carrying out the materials, processing or finishing operation
- Carry out the material, processing or finishing operation in line with specific safe working practices and specification requirements
- Carryout quality checks during and after the materials, processing or finishing operation
- Plan the technical support operation before they start
- Prepare equipment, tooling, materials, etc. and complete set up activities before carrying out the technical support
- Carry out the technical support operation in line with specific safe working practices and specification requirements
- Carryout quality checks during and after the technical support operation
Training schedule
More training information
- Level 2 Engineering Operative
- Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
- https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0537-v1-5
Training will be delivered one day per week, term time, and is based at our Engineering and Electrical centre and our Ruddington campus. Facilities are in creation to enrich the student experience, developing them with the necessary skills using industry recognised equipment to ensure the apprentice receives training closely matched to the employer’s and industry.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Initiative
About this employer
M&M Engineering Solutions is a Nottingham-based engineering company providing high-quality fabrication, manufacturing and engineering services to a wide range of industries. The company prides itself on delivering reliable, bespoke engineering solutions and maintaining high standards of workmanship, quality and customer service.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Potential opportunity for ongoing employment within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
Emma Dobson
business@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk
0115 9457260
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046397.
Apply now
Closes in 13 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)