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About the Role
Our apprenticeship scheme provides students with the knowledge and training they need to pursue a career in engineering. At Progressive Technology, the first year of the apprenticeship will be spent in our purpose-built training academy, with full support provided by our Apprentice Training Manager and full-time Apprentice Trainers.
Wage
- £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training Course
Engineering operative (level 2)
Hours
- For the first year of the apprenticeship the working hours will be: Monday - Friday, 8am to 4.30pm
- From the second year of the apprenticeship, as long as the employee is over 18, this will be: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.
- 40 hours a week
Start Date
- Monday 7 September 2026
Duration
- 1 year
Positions Available
- 18
What You'll Do at Work
You will learn basic machining and hand fitting skills, progressing onto basic CNC machining through a series of supervised machining tasks. You will manufacture a number of engineering tools and components.
In your first year, you will work on a variety of machines in the training academy, including:
- Centre Lathes
- Vertical Milling Machines
- Surface Grinding
- CNC Lathe
- CNC 3-Axis & 5-Axis Milling Machines
- CAD / CAM Training
In addition to the hands-on machining training listed above, you will also receive monthly academic classroom-based training.
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Where You'll Work
Hambridge Lane
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 5TS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING LTD
Training course
Engineering operative (level 2)
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Training schedule
Monthly academic training will take place on site in the Progressive Technology Training Academy, which will be delivered by PDT Training.
Essential Qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English (grade 5)
- English (grade 7)
- Maths (grade 5)
- Maths (grade 7)
Desirable Qualifications
- A Level in:
- Maths (grade 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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Patience
- Reliable
Other Requirements
Do you have the right to work in the UK?
Progressive Technology Ltd is a rapidly expanding Engineering Business based in Newbury Berkshire. Progressive Technology Group of companies has grown to be a leading supplier of CNC machined, 3D printed and composite components, an award-winning, first choice supplier to motorsport and other industries, we have a reputation for innovation, development, and rapid product turnaround.
https://progressive-technology.co.uk/apprentice-academy/ (opens in new tab)
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Progression
Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship 3 Years:
After the successful completion of your first year Level 2 qualification, you will have the opportunity to progress to Level 3 for years 2 & 3. You will transfer from the Academy to the main manufacturing facility, where you will continue to develop your skills working in various departments throughout the factory.
Technician Engineering Apprenticeship 4 Years:
After your first year at Level 3, you will transfer from the Academy to the main manufacturing facility where you will continue your level 3 for year 2, developing your skills by working in various departments throughout the factory.
After the successful completion of your Level 3 qualification, you will continue to develop your skills and education progressing to Level 4 HNC qualification in years 3 & 4.
Contact Information
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
PROGRESSIVE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED
Natasha Cahill
hr@progressive-technology.co.uk
01635 283668
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000038184.
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