General Operative

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local employment organization in Belfast is seeking a motivated individual to assist in the assembly of furniture and participate in recycling operations. The role involves manual handling tasks, teamwork, and adherence to health and safety procedures. Candidates should have experience in a factory or warehouse setting, particularly in furniture assembly or textile manufacturing. This temporary position offers flexible working hours, primarily Monday to Friday, with the possibility of additional hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the assembly of furniture components and finished products.
• Participate in the recycling of mattresses and handling of confidential waste materials.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times, including the use of PPE.
• Maintain good housekeeping of the work area.
• Load and unload materials and products as required.
• Work collaboratively with team members and other departments.
• Carry out and complete manual handling tasks.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to follow work instructions

Previous experience in a factory or warehouse

Experience in furniture assembly or textile manufacturing

Knowledge of recycling or waste handling procedures

Job description

ULSTER SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT LIMITED – the role involves assisting in the assembly of furniture such as office desks, chairs and drawers. You will also help with the loading and offloading of deliveries onto lorries and breaking down cardboard ready to be recycled. You may also be required to work in our recycling operations, stripping mattresses into their components, shredding confidential waste, and recycling cardboard. The role includes manual handling tasks such as offloading lorries and lifting furniture.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the assembly of furniture components and finished products.
• Participate in the recycling of mattresses and handling of confidential waste materials.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times, including the use of PPE.
• Maintain good housekeeping of the work area.
• Load and unload materials and products as required.
• Work collaboratively with team members and other departments.
• Carry out and complete manual handling tasks.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute ideas for process enhancements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to follow work instructions.
• Previous experience in a factory, warehouse, or production environment.
• Experience in furniture assembly or textile manufacturing.
• Knowledge of recycling or waste handling procedures.

Further Information

JobStart Opportunity – Working Hours Information:
Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.
Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.
Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability – to be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.
The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART is open to working‑age benefit claimants who are deemed eligible by a Work Coach. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working‑age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office at 0800 001 5782.

Location: Belfast, Cambrai Street
Role type: Temporary, Weekly hours 25
Published date: 27/10/2025
Closing date: 05/12/2025
Worktime: Monday to Friday, 8 am – 4 pm