General Operative

Owen Daniels; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels in Lisburn is seeking a General Operative to support the production team in preparing, assembling and despatching containerised gas engine sets. The role is hands-on, suits a team player, and requires adherence to high standards and safety procedures.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years in a busy production environment, manual handling training, a valid forklift licence and a full driving licence.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Willingness to undertake in-house training if required.

Responsibilities

• Support the production team with the manufacture and preparation of containerised gas engine sets.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the shop floor and panel shop.
• Keep work areas clean, organised and free from waste and unnecessary materials.
• Return tools, cables and equipment to the appropriate locations after use.
• Clean and paint engine sets where required prior to despatch.
• Unload deliveries using a forklift.
• Move and deliver materials and equipment to the shop floor.
• Assist the Production Foreperson and Team Leaders with production-related tasks and issues.
• Support other departments where required.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant method statements and risk assessments.
• Maintain high standards of quality throughout all work.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures and ensure the safety of yourself and others.
• Help ensure production and despatch deadlines are achieved.
• Participate fully as part of the wider manufacturing team.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties required by management.
• Contribute to the company's ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Health & Safety

Tools

Forklift licence

Full driving licence

Job description

General Operative

Location: Lisburn

Hours: 39 hours per week

Department: Production

Reporting to: Production Foreperson

Our client is a leading international specialist in power generation, energy efficiency and battery storage solutions.

With over 220 employees and operations across multiple markets, the business combines innovative technology, in-house manufacturing and strong customer relationships to deliver reliable, tailored energy solutions.

The company is committed to safety, quality, sustainability and continuous improvement, providing an environment where employees can develop their skills and play an important role in the production of specialist power generation equipment.

The Role We are looking for a General Operative to join the production team in Lisburn.

Working as part of a busy manufacturing environment, you will support the production team with the preparation, assembly and despatch of containerised gas engine sets.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in maintaining high standards and is comfortable working in a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the production team with the manufacture and preparation of containerised gas engine sets.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the shop floor and panel shop.
• Keep work areas clean, organised and free from waste and unnecessary materials.
• Return tools, cables and equipment to the appropriate locations after use.
• Clean and paint engine sets where required prior to despatch.
• Bale and dispose of cardboard and other waste appropriately.
• Unload deliveries using a forklift.
• Move and deliver materials and equipment to the shop floor.
• Assist the Production Foreperson and Team Leaders with production-related tasks and issues.
• Support other departments where required.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with relevant method statements and risk assessments.
• Maintain high standards of quality throughout all work.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures and ensure the safety of yourself and others.
• Help ensure production and despatch deadlines are achieved.
• Participate fully as part of the wider manufacturing team.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties required by management.
• Contribute to the company's ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience working in a busy production or manufacturing environment.
• Manual handling training.
• A valid forklift licence.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative when required.
• A strong focus on achieving results and maintaining high standards.
• A positive, hands-on approach to work.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• The willingness to undertake any necessary in-house training.

A full current driving licence is also required where applicable to the role.

This is an opportunity to join an established and growing business operating within the power generation and energy sector.