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Engineering Apprenticeship

Progressive Technology Limited · Berkshire · posted 19 June 2026

Applications closed 30 July 2026. Similar live vacancies below.

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Engineering operative (level 2)
Starts
7 September 2026
Closing date
30 July 2026
Positions
18

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.

Your training

Monthly academic training will take place on site in the Progressive Technology Training Academy, which will be delivered by PDT Training.

Where it leads

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.

About Progressive Technology Limited

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.

Things to consider

Do you have the right to work in the UK?

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsLogicalTeam workingPatienceReliable

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 5) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade 7) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 5) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 7) — essential
  • A Level Maths (grade 5) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Hambridge Lane, Newbury, Berkshire, RG14 5TS

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