Engineering Apprentice

Gestamp is a leader in engineering, manufacturing known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous development. We are offering a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to start their career as a Toolmaker through a structured apprenticeship programme.

What you'll do

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a modern, technology driven engineering environment, working with some of the latest machinery and equipment in the industry.

As an apprentice, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience and learn from experienced engineers while developing the practical skills and technical knowledge needed to build a successful career in engineering.

No two days will be the same. Your training and day-to-day work will give you experience in areas including:

• Tool maintenance and repair - learn how to maintain, service and repair precision tooling
• Laser cutting - gain experience using modern laser cutting technology
• Hydraulic and servo-powered presses - work with advanced industrial machinery
• 5-axis CNC machining - develop valuable skills using sophisticated CNC equipment
• Practical problem-solving - understand how machinery and tooling work and learn how to diagnose and resolve issues
• You'll have the opportunity to work with advanced equipment, develop highly sought-after engineering skills and gain real-world experience from day one

Training

• This is a Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship, Toolmaker pathway, delivered over a period of 3-4 years
• The apprentice will attend the training centre, In-Comm Training Services in Aldridge, WS9 8UG, 2.5 days per week for the first 14 months, and the company for the rest of the time

After the apprenticeship

• An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence
• Potential for full time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
• Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work

Skills

• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Interest in Engineering

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 9-5 minimum)
• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 9-4 minimum)

Things to consider

The right candidate must have a genuine interest in engineering / manufacturing and be able to show excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills.

About the employer

With presence in more than 20 countries, Gestamp is an international group dedicated to the design, development and manufacture of metal automotive components. The Group specializes in developing innovatively designed products to achieve increasingly safer and lighter vehicles, thereby reducing energy consumption and environmental impact. Throughout its more than 20 years of experience, Gestamp has become a global technology provider characterized by its proximity to customers, ongoing innovation and strong internationalization. Since its creation, Gestamp has moved from being a small local stamping company to a global company operating in the main auto manufacturing hubs. With the challenge of being at the forefront of innovation, Gestamp devotes a great effort to research and develop cutting-edge technologies. Therefore, innovation is the basis on which its future strategy is established.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Engineering technician (level 3), Engineering and manufacturing
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: IN-COMM TRAINING AND BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
• Expected duration: 4 Years
• Hours: 36.5 hours a week. Working week: Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.00pm and Friday 8.00am - 3.00pm.
• Start date: 23 October 2026
• Positions available: 2
• Wage: £15,184 a year