Craft Apprentice - Machining

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Craft Apprentice - Machining

Start building your future today with the Altrad Babcock Asset Management Craft Apprenticeship Scheme. Our programme combines structured further education with hands‑on, practical experience alongside highly skilled engineering professionals working on global projects. You’ll gain the knowledge, confidence, and real‑world capability needed to accelerate your personal and professional development.

Based at our Renfrew manufacturing facility, you’ll work on complex, precision machining tasks producing components from specialist materials using both conventional and CNC machine tools.

Year 1

Full‑time training at Glasgow Clyde College – Anniesland Campus (August–June)

• SVQ Level 2 – Performing Engineering Operations
• National Certificate in Manufacturing
  
  

Years 2–3

Based in Renfrew

• On‑the‑job training working towards SVQ Level 3
• Mentored placement within the machine shop/manufacturing facility
• Development aligned to specific competencies
• Regular reviews by an external accreditation/training body
• Role‑specific training
• Completion of Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 7
  
  

Years 3–6

Continued on‑the‑job development in Renfrew

• Ongoing mentoring and competency development
• Regular reviews and feedback
• Progression toward fully qualified machinist status
  
  

Key Deliverables:

• Attend college classes, assessments, and examinations as required
• Carry out technical activities under supervision
• Uphold Altrad’s safety culture in all working environments
• Maintain a personal logbook/portfolio to satisfy Modern Apprenticeship requirements
• Support senior team members with project work as needed
• Achieve personal development targets aligned with the Craft Apprenticeship scheme

Complete SVQ2 – Performing Engineering Operations and NC Manufacturing in Year 1

Maintain logbook/portfolio for SVQ3 (Years 2–3) in line with SCQF Level 7 requirements

Support technical duties under guidance

Meet all health and safety obligations

During your apprenticeship, you may work with:

• Centre Lathes
• Saws
• Vertical/Horizontal Milling Machines
• Surface Grinding Machines
• CNC Lathes & CNC Milling Machines
• EDM Wire Cutting Equipment
  
  

Key Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 National 5s (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including Maths and a Science or Technical subject.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Effective teamwork
• A willingness to learn and engage
  
  

About us

We are the leading provider of infrastructure services. At Altrad, we transform our nation’s critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 11,000 talented people, we provide the full spectrum of critical engineering and construction services for industries both onshore and offshore. Join a Leading Organisation in the Nuclear Industry.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation at the forefront of the nuclear industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.
  
  

*We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.