AN OTLEY precision engineering company is seeking two new apprentices to join its award-winning Apprentice School from September this year.

Having taken on apprentices throughout its 68-year history, Craftsman Tools took the step of opening a dedicated Apprentice School in 2013 as part of its commitment to continued growth and to bring the next generation into engineering. Just one year later, Craftsman Tools won the award for Best Training Scheme at the Manufacturing Industry Awards.

Craftsman Tools would like to hear from hardworking candidates who are both eager to learn and practically minded, with a sold grasp of Maths, English, and Science.

The paid apprenticeship will provide solid qualifications and experience for a rewarding career in engineering. Lasting four years, the apprenticeship will see the successful candidates also attend college weekly to obtain their Technical Certificate and BTEC Diploma in Performing Engineering Operations.

More information can be found on the company’s website at www.craftsmantools.com/apprentice-school.

Tim Thorburn, Managing Director, said:“Craftsman Tools, and the engineering industry in general, is back on its feet and growing strongly following a challenging 18 months. We are pleased to be able to offer two positions in our award-winning Apprentice School from this September, and build on eight years of recruiting local talent to grow the next generation of engineers.”

Jerry Brown, Apprentice Manager, added:“Successful candidates will benefit from practical experience on the machines in our state-of-the-art training centre, as well as attending college weekly to gain solid qualifications. Our apprentices have a hand in engineering the high-quality products that we export all over the world from our premises in Otley. Many of our previous apprentices have remained with Craftsman Tools upon completion of their apprenticeships.”