Salary
Circa £16,000
Contract Type
Full Time
Working Pattern
Permanent
Hours
39.0 per week
Opportunity
Level 2 Engineering Operative (Assembly) Apprenticeship
Start Date
September 2026, typically for 18 months
Minimum Entry Criteria
2 GCSEs including Maths and English at D/3 or above.
Visa & Immigration
JCB is unable to offer visa sponsorship or immigration support for its Early Careers Schemes, either now or in the future. This includes individuals currently on sponsored visas.
Who Should Apply
You are looking for a hands-on role which will grow into a career that allows you to make your mark in a field you are committed to. We need a team player to get the most out of this opportunity.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Over 18 months you will be based on the production line building our machines using a Standard Operating Procedure. You will be a key player in processes that make us more efficient and smarter. You will collect data, monitor equipment and identify errors using Kaizen methodology to future-proof our manufacturing activity.
What Comes Next
- We will review applications against essential criteria, short-list and send links to online assessments in November 2025 – January 2026. Keep an eye on your inbox.
- After completing your assessment, we will review it and provide an update within a few weeks. If you do not complete your assessment, we will not move your application further.
- In-person Assessment Centres run from January to April 2026. We will send you all details you need.
- Following your Assessment Centre, regardless of outcome, we will give you a call with feedback.
- If successful, we will proceed with onboarding, which includes a familiarisation day.
- Welcome to JCB – our Early Careers cohorts typically start in early September.
Benefits
33 days holiday, access to our stakeholder pension scheme, and the option to enroll in our Private Medical scheme with Bupa. Additional benefits include on-site gym access, in-house doctor and dentist, a JCB Rewards Hub with discounts at high-street retailers, a Cycle to Work scheme, a professional outdoor development programme in the Lake District, and opportunities to network through the NextGen society.
Diversity & Accessibility
We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you face accessibility challenges with our online application and need support, please contact a member of our Resourcing team for alternative formats.
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