Summary
The Toolmaker apprentice’s main duties are to ensure that under the direction and guidance of the Engineering Engineer / Toolroom Manger/ Supervisor and team that all tooling repairs are carried out, efficiently and effectively.
Wage
£16,252.56 a year
with annual pay reviews based on performance. You will also get: • Shift allowance • Employee recognition schemes • Challenging but highly rewarding career
Training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Hours
At Make UK - Mon to Thurs - 8am - 4.30pm and Fri 8am - 12.30pm
36 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Wednesday 17 September 2025
Duration
3 years 6 months
Positions available
2
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
What will the job be doing?
• Complete a programme of training within the toolroom
• Attend college on a full-time basis during the first year of the scheme, followed by day release in subsequent years to work towards industry recognised qualifications
• Attend regular progress review meetings with assessors and workplace supervisors
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures and safe systems of work
• Attend training on additional equipment throughout your programme e.g. FLT and Crane courses
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by your departmental supervisor
You will receive training which will enable you to:
• Carry out repairs on tooling, jigs and fixtures to agreed timescales
• Look after tooling modifications and refurbishments
• Manufacture jigs and other devices
Where you’ll work
This apprenticeship is available in these locations:
* Wincaster House Gorsey Lane, Coleshill, Birmingham, B46 1JU
* Redfern Park Way, Birmingham, B11 2BF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
EEF LIMITED
Your training course
Engineering technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Together with invaluable commercial and practical experience, you’ll work towards several academic and vocational qualification levels throughout your time with us, which are fully paid for, including:
● Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Foundation Competence – in year 1, in 6 week blocks to include 4 weeks at Make UK and 2 weeks in company
● Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Competence - in years 2 to 4 in company
● Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Development Knowledge - in Years 2 & 3 on block release to Make UK
● In house training in line with your requirements.
● Further qualifications deemed necessary by your employer
On completion of your studies, you will achieve your full apprenticeship certification that will prove competence as a Level 3 Engineering Technician.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English Language (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
* Science (or other relevant subject) (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience
Other requirements
Sertec strive to create a welcoming and collaborative environment where all our employees can bring their authentic selves. We show respect and care towards one another and work together to create a safe and collaborative environment where all thoughts and opinions are welcome. Make UK and Sertec reserve the right to change the closing date on this advert with no notice, so apply now to avoid disappointment