General Operative Apprentice

Dataracks is a data centre manufacturer specialising in all forms of sheet metal work. The company designs and produces high-quality server racks, enclosures, and bespoke metal fabrications for IT and infrastructure environments. They are looking for an Engineering Operative to join the team.

Role

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

Set and run machinery:

  • This will include training on cnc punch presses, cnc laser machinery,and to inspect and learn to work to dwg files for all sheet metal work applications. This is a genuine opportunity to learn a matrix of skills within the industry
  • Learning to read and understand engineering dwgs
  • Powder coating training will be given

Training

  • The learner will be studying the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
  • Day release to North Cambridgeshire Training Centre (NCTC)
  • Up skilling is rewarded
  • Good prospects
  • The opportunity to learn skills such as project management
Apprenticeship Standard
Engineering operative (level 2)
Training Provider
WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE
Working Week
Monday to Friday 07:30 - 15:30.
Expected Duration
2 Years
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Friday, 11th September 2026
Start Date
Monday, 5th October 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications

  • English GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE, grade 4 (Essential)

About the Employer

DATARACKS INDUSTRIES LTD
Dataracks is a data centre manufacturer specializing in all forms of sheet metal work. The company designs and produces high-quality enclosures, server racks, and custom metal fabrications tailored to IT and infrastructure environments.

Job Details

Company
DATARACKS INDUSTRIES LTD
Location
STAGWOOD HOUSE, BEACH ROAD, COTTENHAM, CAMBRIDGE, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Intermediate Apprenticeship
Salary
£20,800 a year
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