Manufacturing Apprentice (Level 3)

Renishaw is a global engineering company that designs and builds high-precision technology used in industries like healthcare, transport, and manufacturing. From metal 3D printing to measurement systems, our innovations help make products more accurate, reliable, and efficient. We work closely with our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges. Our unique blend of pioneering research and product innovation helps our customers to solve complex engineering and science challenges, meaning we touch billions of lives around the world. Our Early Careers cohort consists of around 195 Graduates, 203 Apprentices and 58 Placements. You are the people who can make a real difference. By bringing your new and innovative ideas you will help keep Renishaw at the forefront of the industry, and that’s why we invest if your continuous development and success from day one. Our Values At Renishaw you’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We are proud of our strong working culture and work hard to promote diversity and inclusivity. We encourage our people to act in line with our core values of innovation, inspiration, integrity and involvement. What is a Manufacturing Apprentice? Manufacturing Apprentices play a vital role in the Manufacturing Services Division, contributing to a range of areas such as assembly, machining, and maintenance. Your role will be tailored to your skills and interests, ensuring a hands-on, practical experience. This division thrives on flexibility, so you’ll be part of a dynamic team that adapts to the ever-changing demands of production and the fast-paced manufacturing environment. What will I do? The first year will be spent in full time training at Gloucestershire Engineering Training (GET), a technical facility based in Gloucester. You will learn the basic practical and theoretic principles of engineering and how to perform engineering operations. 20% of your time will be classroom based and 80% is spent in the workshop learning hands-on skills, using machines, and applying theory. This year, we are looking to recruit across two different apprenticeship schemes: L3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician L3 Machining Technician Maintenance Technicians: This apprenticeship enables apprentices to gain experience in the maintenance and upkeep of equipment across all manufacturing sites. Some of the tasks include locating and rectifying faults on plant and equipment, inspecting and maintaining appropriate plant and equipment to meet operational requirements. Machining Technicians: This apprenticeship enables apprentices to gain experience in and support the production of machined parts that feed into our assembly areas and for other customers. Some of the tasks include operating various CNC machinery, using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and utilising verniers, micrometres and other measuring equipment. Where will I be working? This role is based across three of our Gloucestershire sites in Stonehouse, Woodchester and Wotton-Under-Edge. You will need the ability to travel independently to college and work. What skills and qualifications do I need? GCSEs at a minimum of Grade 4 or C including Maths, English and Science. If you don’t meet these grades, do still apply as you might have the practical skills that we are looking for! Other relevant subjects such as Product Design or Engineering would be an advantage. Please note that if you have PEOs or BTECs in Engineering, you may be required to repeat certain modules. A genuine interest, motivation, and enthusiasm to undertake a practical, hands-on role in a manufacturing and engineering environment. What’s the application process? At Renishaw, we want to get to know you—your strengths, passions, and what excites you about starting an apprenticeship. That’s why we don’t ask for a CV or focus on your past experience or specific skills. Our process is simple and designed to discover your potential! Here’s what to expect: Easy Apply – no CV needed! Simply add in your contact details and education history (this is required for the qualification you’ll complete). Applications close on 22nd February, the sooner you apply the better! Online Assessments*: Complete an interactive task-based online assessment to help us understand your key strengths. Plus, you’ll receive personalized feedback afterward to help you gain a deeper understanding of your own strengths. Telephone Call with the Early Talent Academy-Renishaw team: this not an interview! Just a chance for us to have a conversation around what made you apply and what makes you a great fit! After the call, you’ll answer a few short questions that we’ll send to you to finalise your application. Assessment Centre: meet the team and get a great feel for why Renishaw is for you! This will take place mid-March and we will discuss all relevant dates with you beforehand. * The assessments are just one part of our process; the final decision is made by line managers and the recruitment team based on your overall performance. We use testing to help structure interviews and guide the assessment centre process, supporting us in making well-rounded recruitment decisions. Equal Opportunities Renishaw are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact the team on [email removed]