The Programme

Our award winning training scheme was set up in 2014, moving into a dedicated new facility in September 2015.  

We offer a traditional 5 year indentured apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering which combines practical training and study for a recognised qualification.

We offer excellent rates of pay, a structured training scheme and the opportunity for the successful candidates to enjoy a secure job with a modern, progressive company.

Entry Requirements

GCSEs in English, Maths and Science/Technology at grade C or above.  There is an initial assessment in literacy, numeracy and mechanical aptitude as well as a full interview process. 

The Training Centre

Our new purpose-built Training Centre is the centrepiece of our site.  Our apprentices spend their first year based in this dedicated training building, learning pacifical skills and being trained in good working practice and Health & Safety.   
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The Training Centre is in the same building as our Demonstration Facility where  our customers come to try out our equipment.  Our apprentices get involved with setting up the demonstrations and assisting with trials, plus cleaning up afterwards.  That way they get to learn about what our equipment is used for, as well as how it's manufactured.

Apprentice Resource Centre

Time is set aside every week for study in the well-equipped Apprentice Resource Centre.  with a lecturer from a local Technical College being brought on-site for further education and study towards NVQ Level 3.

Second Year and beyond...

On successful completion of the first year of the programme, our Apprentices go out into the big wide world - better known as the shop floor.  

Here they will spend time on rotation in different departments, including  Milling & Turning,  the Fitting Shop (Assembly),  Welding, Inspection, the Electrician's Shop and Spark Erosion.  While remaining under the overall guidance of the Apprentice Trainer, they will be working with an assigned mentor on a day-to-day basis and continuing day release for study in the ARC.

The programme is structured but allows our Apprentices to specialise in a certain field if they show a particular skill or interest - ultimately providing us with a highly qualified, skilled and flexible workforce.

A Day in the Life of a Silverson Apprentice - Year 2

Third Year...

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Interested in joining us?

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Testimonials

Here's what some of our current and former Apprentices have to say about working here...

“You get to do a lot of different things - milling, turning, assembly, and gain broad skills that you need to be successful.”  Luke - Year 4 Apprentice

“I'm learning a skill but earning a proper wage at the same time.”  Richard - Lab Section Fitter

“The programme is well structured, but there’s no set pathway - some of us are into the assembly side, but I really like working on the lathes so I’m hoping to progress into that area”  Ross - Year 4 Apprentice

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​Ben - Fitting Section

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I was at technical college and they recommended me to apply to work at Silverson.
​The company didn't have a formal apprenticeship scheme at the time so I continued my NVQ studies while working here.  

​I started in the stores and despatch and quickly moved to the Lab Section where I was trained in assembly of Silverson’s smaller mixers.  Having completed my studies and apprenticeship I’m now working in the main fitting shop.

I like working with my hands and this is very much a hands on job.  The work varies from day to day and I enjoy the challenge that brings.

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​Charlie - Assistant Foreman

I started at Silverson as Progress Chaser - tracking all orders on the shop floor and providing both sales and technical departments with updates and estimated completion dates.

Silverson sponsored me to do an HNC in Mechanical Engineering Design and having completed that I am now in my second year of studying for a BEng (Hons) degree at Buckinghamshire New University.  This involves half a day and an evening every week at University from September to June along with coursework and exams.

I am now Assistant Foreman and my daily roles are largely progress chasing and trouble shooting with regards to solving issues where incorrect parts have been called up or dealing with machining errors and concessions. I’m also responsible for the electric motors received and all of those we have in stock.