Workshop Assistant

Morgan Mckinley (Crawley); England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the workshop sector is seeking a Workshop Assistant for a permanent position in Billingshurst. The successful candidate will enjoy a fast-paced environment and engage in tasks including operating machinery and performing maintenance. Candidates should have hands-on experience and a proactive attitude to thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar workshop or hands-on role.
• Experience with beam saws, CNC drills, and CNC edgebanders preferred.
• Ability to handle heavy lifting safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy lifting as required.
• Operate workshop machinery such as beam saws and CNC drills.
• Carry out general maintenance and cleaning tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Heavy Lifting

Tools

Workshop Machinery

Job description

Job Title – Workshop Assistant

Contract Type – Permanent

Salary – 25,000k – 30,000k (Depending on experience)

Location – Billingshurst

We're Hiring: Workshop Assistant (Permanent)

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Workshop Assistant to join our team in Billingshurst. This is a permanent position ideal for someone who thrives in a fast–paced environment, enjoys working collaboratively, and is physically capable of handling heavy lifting. A positive attitude and a hands–on approach are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Performing heavy lifting as required

• Operating workshop machinery such as beam saws, CNC drills, and CNC edgebanders

• Carrying out general maintenance and cleaning tasks

• Managing workloads and responsibilities assigned by the Team Leader

• Understanding job–specific requirements and ensuring tasks are completed accurately

• Reporting any faults, issues, or discrepancies with production or on the workshop floor to your supervisor

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Previous experience in a similar workshop or hands–on role

• Experience using workshop machinery (beam saws, CNC drills, CNC edgebanders, etc.) is preferred

• The ability to handle heavy lifting safely and effectively

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive, "can–do" attitude and willingness to get involved