Engineering operatives use hand and machine tools to do jobs across different industries.
£14,000 Starter
to£25,000 Experienced
42 to 44 a week
evenings on shifts
You can get into this job through:
You could take a college course to learn some of the skills needed for this job. Relevant courses include:
You could also do a qualification aimed at a particular industry, for example a Level 2 Diploma in Introduction to Renewable Energy Engineering.
You may need:
You could start by doing an engineering operative intermediate apprenticeship.
You'll usually need:
You can apply directly for vacancies. It might help if you have a few GCSEs, especially in maths, English or design and technology. You'll usually work alongside an experienced member of staff to learn the skills to do the job.
You'll find more advice on training and working in engineering from the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board and Tomorrow's Engineers.
You'll need:
You'll need to:
Your day-to-day duties may include:
You could work in a factory, on a construction site or in a workshop.
Your working environment may be dusty, hot and physically demanding.
You may need to wear protective clothing.
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