Manufacturing Apprenticeship CNC

About the Role Start your manufacturing career with NOV as an Apprentice CNC Machinist at our Glenrothes facility, supporting the production of high spec subsea components. This hands on role combines structured training with real shop floor experience across CNC turning, milling, and boring. You will develop core machining, problem-solving, and process discipline skills while contributing to live production. Over the course of the apprenticeship, you will progress from foundational training to operating and setting machines within a high performance manufacturing environment. Your development will include gaining an understanding of the full manufacturing lifecycle, from order intake through planning, machining, inspection, and final delivery, before moving into hands on machining and contributing to production under supervision. By the later stages, you will operate with increasing independence while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. About the Company At NOV Glenrothes, we manufacture critical components for the energy sector, used in demanding offshore and onshore environments where quality, precision, and reliability are essential. We operate a high mix, low volume production environment, delivering complex, high value components that require technical expertise and a strong commitment to excellence. Our success is driven by skilled people, robust processes, and a culture that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement. What We Offer We offer a structured apprenticeship programme that combines formal education with practical, hands on experience in a real manufacturing environment. You will receive: Comprehensive training across CNC machining, inspection, and manufacturing processes Mentorship from experienced machinists and supervisors Exposure to multiple departments including programming, quality assurance, toolroom, inspection, and stores A clear development pathway from trainee to competent CNC Machinist Opportunities to gain recognised qualifications alongside on-the-job learning Why Join Us? This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to build a long-term career in manufacturing while gaining hands-on experience with advanced CNC equipment and complex, high-precision components. You will gain exposure to the full manufacturing process and work closely with multiple departments, including HSE, Quality Assurance, Programming, Inspection, and Operations. This breadth of experience provides a strong foundation for future career progression within NOV. With clear development milestones at 6 and 12 months, including academic progression and increased shop-floor responsibility, you will steadily grow into a skilled and confident CNC Machinist. Diversity & Inclusion At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe that different perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.