Sheet Metal Fabricator in Ferndown

Energy Jobline CVL; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a Sheet Metal Worker in Ferndown, Dorset. The role involves manufacturing and assembling precision sheet metal components, reading drawings, and operating relevant machinery in a modern production environment.

The position is permanent, full-time, with a 39-hour week, Monday-Thursday 7:30-16:45 and Friday 7:30-12:30. Overtime paid at 1.5x. Excellent opportunity to develop your career in a respected engineering company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sheet Metal Worker in engineering/manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using sheet metal machinery and hand tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Good problem-solving skills and proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable and flexible attitude towards work.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and fabricate sheet metal components from engineering drawings.
• Cut, fold, form and assemble sheet metal parts.
• Operate sheet metal machinery and hand tools.
• Drill, tap, countersink and perform finishing operations as required.
• Check components against drawings and quality standards.
• Work with materials including stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

Sheet metal experience

Reading drawings

Machinery operation

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team work

Reliability

Tools

Sheet metal machinery

Hand tools

Job description

Location: Ferndown, Dorset
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £16.00 per hour with occasional overtime paid at 1.5x
Hours: 39 hours per week, Days
Monday - Thursday: 7.30am - 4.45pm
Friday: 7.30am - 12.30pm

We are recruiting for a Permanent Sheet Metal Operative to join a well-established and respected precision engineering manufacturer based in Ferndown, Dorset.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy production team manufacturing high-quality precision engineered components for a range of demanding industries.

If you have experience working with sheet metal and take pride in producing quality work to exacting standards, we'd like to hear from you.

The Role

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will be responsible for manufacturing and assembling precision sheet metal components, ensuring all work is completed accurately and to a high standard.

Your duties will include:

• Manufacturing and fabricating sheet metal components from engineering drawings.
• Cutting, folding, forming and assembling sheet metal parts.
• Operating a range of sheet metal machinery and hand tools.
• Carrying out drilling, tapping, countersinking and other finishing operations where required.
• Checking components against drawings and quality standards.
• Working with a variety of materials including stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Working closely with production and quality teams to meet manufacturing deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working as a Sheet Metal Worker within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using sheet metal machinery and associated hand tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A reliable and flexible attitude towards work.

What's on Offer

• £15.00 per hour with overtime paid at 1.5x.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Monday to Friday days, with an early finish on Fridays.
• Modern manufacturing environment.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Excellent opportunity to develop your career with a successful engineering company.