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About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is passionate about learning a unique craft. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's finest master craftsmen while developing the skills needed to become a highly skilled Gunmaker, with a long-term goal of securing permanent employment.
What you'll do at work
Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain experience across a range of specialist disciplines before progressing into one of the following areas: Action, Barrel, Engraving, Engineering, and Finishing
- Undertake all aspects of the apprenticeship training programme, completing practical and theoretical learning
- Learn and develop skills across multiple craftsmanship departments
- Operate machinery, tools and equipment safely under supervision
- Produce work to the exceptionally high-quality standards expected by Holland & Holland
- Follow all Health & Safety policies and safe working procedures
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Factory
- Assist in achieving production targets while maintaining quality
- Contribute ideas for continuous improvement
- Maintain a positive attitude towards learning and personal development
Where you'll work
906 Harrow Road
London
NW10 5JT
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Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
HIGH RIDGE TRAINING LTD
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Training schedule
An apprenticeship includes regular training with an industry recognised training partner
At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
More training information
HIGH RIDGE TRAINING
Requirements
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Team working
- Passion for Craftsmanship
- Passion for Engineering
- Excellent manual dexterity
- Interest in practical work
- Willingness to learn
- Strong attention to detail
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Reliable, punctual, committed
- Organised
Other requirements
Essential:
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English and maths (or willingness to achieve these as part of the apprenticeship if applicable).
- Right to work in the UK
- Ability to travel to the Factory each day
Desirable:
- Previous practical or workshop experience
- Woodworking, engineering or metalworking hobbies
- Art, design or technical drawing interests
- Organised and able to manage apprenticeship coursework alongside practical work
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About this employer
Perfecting the art of shooting since 1835, Holland & Holland is one of Britain’s most prestigious luxury gunmakers. Alongside our renowned sporting guns and luxury retail collections, we operate exclusive shooting grounds offering first-class hospitality, shooting tuition, and corporate and private events.
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Company benefits
- Bonus schemes
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life Assurance
- Opportunities to increase pension contributions
- Annual salary reviews
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Progressing to a Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (36–48 months), subject to successful completion of Level 2
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HIGH RIDGE TRAINING LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000040705.
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