Metalwork & Glass Operative / Fabricator

Specialist Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Training & development

Career progression

Exposure to varied projects

Supportive team culture

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Specialist Glass & Metal, a growing division within Specialist Group, is seeking motivated individuals to join our team. The role involves preparing metalwork for finishing, brushing and polishing aluminium and stainless steel, fabricating bespoke metalwork, handling glass components, installing glazing systems, reading technical drawings, measuring and marking materials, and using hand and power tools.

We value practical, reliable, safety-conscious workers who are eager to learn and contribute

Qualifications

• Reading technical drawings and job sheets is essential.
• Be practical, hands-on and willing to learn.
• Reliable and punctual with strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metalwork for powder coating and finishing.
• Assist with fabrication and assembly of bespoke metalwork.
• Read technical drawings and job sheets to ensure accuracy.
• Install glass components into frames, doors and screens.
• Maintain safe handling practices when working with glass and metal.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Tape measure reading

Hand and power tools

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Tools

Workshop machinery

Hand tools

Job description

Specialist Glass & Metal is a growing division within Specialist Group, delivering high-quality bespoke glass and metal solutions for commercial, residential and fit-out projects throughout the UK, with a strong presence in the London market.

Our work ranges from integrated metalwork within bespoke joinery packages to standalone architectural glass and metal installations, including partitions, screens, balustrades, mirrors, feature glazing, steelwork and specialist fabricated components.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for motivated individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced fabricator capable of managing projects from drawings through to completion, or someone practical looking to build a long-term career in the glass and metal industry, we would like to hear from you.

The Role

The day-to-day work varies depending on experience and project requirements but may include:

• Preparing metalwork for powder coating and finishing.
• Brushing, polishing and finishing aluminium, stainless steel and other metals.
• Assisting with the fabrication and assembly of bespoke metalwork.
• Preparing, handling and fitting glass components.
• Installing glass into frames, doors, screens and bespoke joinery items.
• Fitting metalwork and glazing systems to finished products.
• Reading technical drawings and job sheets.
• Measuring, marking out and preparing materials.
• Using hand and power tools, including chop saws, grinders, drills and specialist glazing tools.
• Working to quality standards and project deadlines.
• Assisting with workshop fabrication and site installation when required.
• Maintaining safe handling practices when working with glass and metal products.

What We’re Looking For

We want candidates who have the right attitude, are reliable and have practical ability.

You Should

• Be practical, hands-on and willing to learn.
• Be able to accurately read a tape measure.
• Follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Take pride in producing high-quality work.
• Be reliable and punctual.
• Be safety-conscious when working with glass, metal and machinery.

Additional Skills That Would Be Beneficial

• Experience in metal fabrication, glazing or related trades.
• Experience using workshop machinery and hand tools.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Experience fitting architectural glass, glazing systems or metalwork.
• Experience working within joinery, fit-out or construction environments.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks from start to finish.
• Forklift, MEWP or site-related certifications would be advantageous but are not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Training and development.
• Opportunity to progress within a growing business.
• Exposure to a wide variety of bespoke glass and metal projects.
• Supportive team culture.
• Long-term career opportunities within Specialist Group.