Workshop Trainee

Position: Workshop Trainee (Permanent)
Trainee Precision Engineering Technician

Competitive Salary

Outskirts of Maidstone | Full Time | Permanent | Workshop Based

Contact:
Emily or Sammy at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

Salary: £25-30k dependent on experience & skill set

Are you looking to start a genuine career in precision engineering and metal manufacturing?

Do you want to learn how high-quality engineered components are produced — including exposure to CNC machinery — within a supportive and experienced team?

We are working exclusively with a long-established specialist engineering manufacturer based on the outskirts of Maidstone who produce precision-engineered metal components for a variety of bespoke applications.

This is not a production-line environment. Each project is slightly different, requiring accuracy, care and attention to detail.

The Role

This is a hands-on workshop position where you will learn every aspect of the manufacturing process from experienced engineers. Full training will be provided, but you must bring the right attitude and a genuine desire to develop technical skills.

You will be involved in:

Assemble and build precision-engineered metal components

Work confidently with hand tools and workshop equipment

Support the operation of CNC machinery and learn machining principles

Read and interpret engineering drawings

Understand tolerances and quality standards

Contribute to a team focused on producing high-quality bespoke products

Maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail

Over time, you will gain exposure to increasingly technical tasks as your confidence and capability grow.

What We’re Looking For:

We would love to hear from individuals who:

A genuine interest in engineering, metalwork or manufacturing

Practical ability and good hand skills

Strong attention to detail and pride in your work

Willingness to learn technical processes

A positive, team-focused attitude

This would suit a college leaver from an engineering or manufacturing course, someone who enjoys hands-on mechanical work, or an individual looking to move into a structured precision engineering environment.

Why Join?

Permanent, stable role within a respected engineering SME

Structured training and technical skill development

Exposure to CNC machining and precision metal manufacturing

Varied, bespoke work — not repetitive assembly

Long-term progression potential

If you’re serious about building a career in engineering and want to learn the right way from experienced professionals, this is a fantastic opportunity