Manufacturing Operative; Engineering apprenticeship

Introduction

Niftylift Limited is a leading company in the design, development, manufacture and service of state‑of‑the‑art aerial work platforms.

We require trainee manufacturing operatives who are self‑motivated, have good manual dexterity and problem‑solving skills. The role will be hands‑on, based in the Production Department at Milton Keynes.

Minimum of two GCSEs (or equivalent):
Grade 3 or above in Maths and English, or Functional Skills level 1.

Production / Assembly – Manufacturing Operative.

This role requires dynamic team players with proven skills, knowledge and experience of mechanical assembly, along with hydraulic and electrical installation. Working in a manufacturing cell / flow‑line production environment, you will perform manufacturing operations to the required quality standard, on time and within commercial competition cost budgets.

Example potential roles at the end of the apprenticeship:
Skilled Production / Assembly Manufacturing Technician, PDI (Pre‑Delivery Inspection) Technician.

• EAL Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge)
• EAL Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Skills)
• Practical skills training in producing components using hand‑fitting techniques, maintaining mechanical devices and equipment, assembling and testing fluid power systems, wiring and testing electrical equipment and circuits.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress to level 3, provided they meet Niftylift's internal criteria on the level 2 apprenticeship.

Milton Keynes –

Hours:

08:00 – 16:30 Monday – Friday, with regular structured overtime if over 18.

Structured apprenticeship rates that align with year 1‑4 status of your apprenticeship and your age.

Starting salary – approximately £16,640, which goes to NMW after the first year.

• Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum.
• 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays.
• Staff discounts.
• Corporate gym memberships.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Subsidised refreshments (lunch and drink options).
• Free quarterly team lunches.
• Free family events.
• Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Additional membership available for partners, paid for by employee. Kids membership included for free).
• 5% contributory pension.
• Life insurance scheme.
• Store discounts.