Machining Apprenticeship
On Job
Level 4
I’m new to the trades
I want to become an apprentice
Mechanical Engineering
Apprenticeships
Machining
I want to upskill
I want to upskill my team
Details
Machinists create high-precision components using lathes, mills, and CNC machining centres. Work ranges from high-volume production to specialised, one-off parts.
| Qualification | New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) Level 4 |
|---|---|
| Strand | Machining |
| Credits | 280 |
| Duration | Approx. 48 months |
| Study Type | Workplace-based with online/self-study |
| Start | Anytime |
| Location | NZ-wide |
| Leads To | New Zealand Certificate Mechanical Engineering (Advanced) Level 5 |
What you'll learn
- CNC and manual machining
- Milling, turning, grinding
- Tooling selection and setup
- Measuring and inspection techniques
- Producing precision parts to specification
Career Opportunities
CNC Machinist
Toolroom Machinist
Fitting & Assembly Engineer
Machine Shop Engineer
Entry requirements
- NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident
- 16+ years old (or ELX approved)
- NCEA Level 2 recommended
- Must be employed in an engineering workplace (we can help with this)
Find this apprenticeship pathway on Tahatū
Qualification:
New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Trade) (Level 4)
Strands offered by ATNZ:
Fitting & Machining, General Engineering, Machining, Maintenance Engineering, Metal Casting, Toolmaking.
This qualification is listed on Tahatū Career Navigator, Aotearoa New Zealand’s national careers planning website led by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC).