Job Specification: Apprentice Maintenance Engineer
Reports to: Maintenance Manager / Engineering Supervisor
Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire
Salary: Circa £26,500
Company Overview
Bryden Precision Engineering is a CNC machining business supplying complex, high‑precision components into the aerospace, defence, nuclear, utilities, power and other safety‑critical sectors. We are proud holders of AS9100 accreditation and are now preparing for ISO 19443 (nuclear) accreditation as we continue to grow.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Apprentice Maintenance Engineer to join our team in Clitheroe. This role is ideal for a final‑year apprentice or someone who has recently completed a time‑served engineering apprenticeship. The successful candidate will gain practical experience maintaining and supporting precision CNC machinery, ensuring smooth production operations and high equipment reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the preventative and reactive maintenance of CNC machines, milling, turning, and associated workshop equipment
- Support fault diagnosis and repair under supervision, ensuring minimal production downtime
- Assist in installing, calibrating, and setting up new machinery
- Carry out basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic maintenance tasks
- Read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, and schematics
- Ensure all maintenance work complies with company safety policies and industry regulations
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and inspections
- Support adherence to AS9100 and ISO 19443 traceability and compliance requirements
- Gain hands‑on experience in precision engineering maintenance practices
- Work closely with experienced maintenance engineers to develop technical skills
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment
- Always use appropriate PPE
Key Skills & Experience
- Final‑year mechanical/electrical engineering apprentice OR recently completed a time‑served apprenticeship
- Basic experience with machinery maintenance or exposure to CNC machine operation
- Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Ability to read engineering drawings and maintenance manuals
- Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
- Experience in precision engineering or CNC manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with CNC machine controls (e.g., Fanuc)
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices
- Understanding of safety‑critical industry standards (aerospace, defence, nuclear)
Personal Attributes
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn
- Reliable with a strong work ethic
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Positive, proactive attitude
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
This is a great opportunity for a motivated apprentice to start a career in maintenance engineering within a precision engineering business operating to the highest standards. Bryden Precision Engineering provides a supportive environment for developing technical skills and career progression within aerospace, defence, and nuclear sectors.
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