Early careers
We are passionate about recruiting apprentices and graduates, helping young people take their first step in to engineering and manufacturing.
We see apprentices as the future of our business and have seen many of our trainee’s progress to various management roles within NIS.
You will work directly with subject matter experts in varying disciplines whilst learning new skills and developing your knowledge to become an excellent employee.
There have been various early careers opportunities through our centre of excellence in Chorley including shopfloor/ manufacturing, design engineering, quality, project management, procurement, business administration and beyond.
If you may be interested in one of our apprenticeship vacancies in the future, please forward your CV to EByers@nisltd.com
Home of Excellent People
Leah Green
Working within the Quality Assurance Team, Leah started her Business Administration Apprenticeship in 2019 and continues her development currently completing a level 4 qualification (Quality Practitioner) along with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training.
Through my apprenticeship with NIS, I have found great value in getting real life experience and developing my skills which has enabled me to work with different types of people at all levels.
During her apprenticeship, Leah won Business Apprentice Final Year for the Northwest at the Make UK Awards and went on to become national runner up. With a clear aspiration to become Continuous Improvement Manager, Leah has a personal development plan in place to support her through this journey.
When asked what she has enjoyed about NIS, Leah stated: “Personally, I have never felt like an ‘apprentice’ – I have always been trusted with responsibilities and given the opportunity and support to be involved like everyone else. The company cares for my progression and has definitely supported my development. NIS is a great team feeling and I have made some long lasting friendships.”
Jordan Massey
Having started his careers at NIS in 2013 as Apprentice Mechanical Engineering/ Fitter on the workshop, Jordan has progressed to become Senior Project Engineering responsible for the successful delivery of some of our most high profile projects.
Through my apprenticeship and beyond I have acquired technical knowledge and hands on experience to aid my progression along with some of the softer leadership qualities required for my current role.
From Apprentice Fitter to qualified fitter involved in the assembly and test of a variety of projects in the nuclear and security industries, Jordan swapped the overalls for a shirt to gain greater knowledge of project delivery in 2017.
When asked what he has enjoyed about NIS, Jordan stated “The opportunities I have been given along with the people, environment and the variety of projects of which I am now responsible.“
Cara Moon
Having passed her TIG Fillet Weld Tests first time of trying within just a few months of her apprenticeship, Cara continues to develop and gain precious experience, knowledge, and qualifications during her journey at NIS.
When asked what she has enjoyed about NIS, Cara stated: Never feeling out of place, always getting the help I need/having people looking out for me, having a good laugh with colleagues and learning from the best.
Its great to work alongside and have experienced fabricators as my mentors and being able to pick their brains daily.
Kate Livesey
Kate Livesey has completed her Business Administration Apprenticeship, achieving a perfect score of 23/23 golds and achieved a final score of a triple distinction for her Apprenticeship. Kate has recently been promoted to the role of Quality Control Administrator.
When asked what he has enjoyed about NIS, Kate stated: I have been given many opportunities to support my progression which I feel has really benefitted my confidence. As well as building many relationships with each member of staff, making the atmosphere comfortable and enjoyable.
I have been given many opportunities to support my progression which I feel has really benefitted my confidence. As well as building many relationships with each member of staff, making the atmosphere comfortable and enjoyable.
