Job Title: Mechanical Apprentice
Location: Labman Seamer
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: From £19,000 per year, based on qualifications and academic achievement at entry
Applications will not be reviewed if all grades are not present on CV
Entry Requirements – Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above
- Essential: Maths and English
- Beneficial subjects: ICT, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Entry Requirement - Degree level
- 3 A Levels in related subjects (Grades BBC)
- or equivalent
About Us:
Labman Automation designs and builds bespoke robotic systems that enable scientific innovation across industries. We’re passionate about engineering excellence and empowering the next generation of talent through hands-on experience and formal education.
What You’ll Do As a School/College Leaver Apprentice, you’ll Work alongside experienced engineers on real lab automation projects
- Learn hands-on mechanical engineering skills, including assembly, fitting, and precision work
- Assist with building, testing, and maintaining mechanical systems and robotic machinery
- Support the manufacture and installation of bespoke automation equipment
- Read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Develop problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills to start your engineering career
Optional but advantageous:
- A strong interest in mechanical engineering, robotics, or automation
- Curious, practical, and keen to learn how things work
- Motivated, reliable, and proactive
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Good attention to detail and communication skills
- Experience using tools, building kits, or mechanical projects
- Participation in STEM clubs, robotics teams, or engineering competitions
- Personal projects involving mechanics, design, or fabrication
- Work experience or taster sessions in workshops or engineering environments
What We Offer:
- 33 days of annual holiday (increasing to 38 over 5 years), including public holidays
- Aviva Healthcare
- 5% employer pension contribution on full salary
- CPD support and paid annual subscription to an appropriate professional body
- Free in-house gym, squash court, bouldering wall, and numerous social clubs
- The opportunity to build a long-term career at a company experiencing consistent growth
- A culture of ownership and collaboration, where everyone feels part of the team
- The chance to develop systems for global clients
Culture At Labman, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We are a creative and collaborative team, united by a culture of mutual support. Our commitment is to deliver excellence in every aspect of our work while upholding respect for ourselves, our community, and the planet. And we never forget to enjoy the journey—bringing passion and fun to everything we do.
- In it together – A team; a community of mutual support
- Excellence – Delivering work of the highest quality
- Humility – Respecting yourself and others
- Sustainability – Recognising our impact on the planet, our company, and our community
- Fun – Enjoying your work
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What We Do
Labman Automation is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom laboratory automation and robotics based in Stokesley, North Yorkshire. Founded more than 35 years ago, Labman has a strong reputation for quality products designed and built by a competent team of professional engineers with excellent customer service. All of our products are custom designed and made for their final application with ISO 13458 and ISO 9001 compliance. Labman supply custom robotics to customers worldwide with a strong presence in the European and North American markets.
For graduate opportunities and open positions at Labman please visit:
https://www.labmanautomation.com/jobs
