Hands-On Engineering Operative – Workshop & Assembly

Dutton Recruitment; St Helens; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dutton Recruitment are recruiting an Engineering Operative for a permanent role based with our client in St Helens. Immediate start subject to interview. Monday to Thursday 8:00–16:30, Friday 8:00–13:30.£14.48/h up to 37.5h, £19.15/h after 37.5h.

Role involves general engineering and workshop duties, supporting production, handling components, and maintaining safety. Experience in engineering/manufacturing is advantageous; must be practical, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a strong

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering or manufacturing is preferred.
• Hands-on approach with good attention to detail and quality.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work in a team.
• Committed to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general engineering and workshop duties.
• Support production and manufacturing processes.
• Handle and move engineering components and materials.
• Carry out basic finishing tasks such as fettling and deburring.
• Use hand tools and workshop equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe working environment.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Punctual & reliable

Tools

Hand tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

Dutton Recruitment are recruiting an Engineering Operative for a permanent role based with our client in St Helens. Immediate start subject to interview. Monday to Thursday 8:00–16:30, Friday 8:00–13:30.£14.48/h up to 37.5h, £19.15/h after 37.5h.

Role involves general engineering and workshop duties, supporting production, handling components, and maintaining safety. Experience in engineering/manufacturing is advantageous; must be practical, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a strong