About
Employer description
We are a manufacture of components for all industries, from Food, Automotive, Marine, Defence, Aerospace, Medical. Acutech operates with a range of both CNC and traditional milling and turning machines supported by CNC wire erosion, spark erosion and with Laser etching capabilities to provide a high-quality product in a cost-effective way.
Main description
Acutech Precision Engineering offers decades of experience in the precision engineering sector, providing customers with quality components they can rely on for a variety of industries. The team are looking to recruit for an Apprentice Mechanical Engineer.
Main roles and Responsibilities:
- Preparing, setting up, operating and adjusting machinery.
- Applying risk assessment and hazard processes.
- Monitoring, obtaining and checking stock and supplies, and completing stock returns.
- Reading, recording and interpreting information.
- Applying scientific, engineering and mathematical principles.
- Planning and organising workload and resources.
- Following and applying inspection and quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Selecting processes, tools and devices, and measuring/ checking components for their condition and suitability.
- Applying machining operations and techniques to produce complex components with features.
- Finding faults and rectifying them.
- Maintaining the work area and following safety procedures.
- Applying principles throughout work and approaches.
Entry requirements
Essential:
GCSE or Equivalent in Maths and English Grades 4-9.
Skills required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Initiative
- Team working
- Problem solving skills
Training to be provided
The learner will be studying the Machining Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Day release to West Suffolk College
Things to consider
We are situated in Attleborough just off the A11 near the Breckland Lodge Hotel. Attleborough has a train station and regular buses. Own transport would be preferred, but not necessary if you live in the town.
Future prospects
A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a position following their apprenticeship.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 20/03/2026
Salary
£ 16640 per year
Location
This job is located in Attleborough, Norfolk
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
