Workshop / Engineering Assistant

Meridian Business Support; Castleton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Workshop / Engineering Assistant located in Castleton, England. The role requires assisting with tools, preparing materials, and supporting engineering tasks in a workshop environment. Basic experience with tools is preferred, but training can be provided. Applicants should exhibit a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude. This is a temporary ongoing position with a pay rate of £12.21 per hour, operating Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Basic experience using hand tools and power tools (diy experience is sufficient).
• Willingness to learn and adopt a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions with good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hand and power tools operation.
• Prepare and cut materials to specifications.
• Support engineering projects through assembly tasks.

Skills

Basic experience using tools

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Team spirit

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Workshop / Engineering Assistant

📍 Location: Rochdale
⏰ Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm / Friday 8am - 3:30pm
💰 Pay: £12.21
📄 Contract: Temp ongoing

Are you practical, hands‑on, and keen to work in a busy and friendly workshop environment? We're looking for a Workshop / Engineering Assistant to support our engineering and production team with a range of tasks involving tools, machinery, and general workshop duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the use of hand and power tools, including drills, saws, grinders, and other workshop equipment
• Preparing and cutting materials to specification
• General assembly and support on engineering projects
• Keeping the workshop clean, safe, and organised
• Helping with loading, unloading, and moving materials
• Supporting qualified engineers with day‑to‑day tasks

Requirements

• Basic experience using tools such as drills and saws (training can be provided)
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• A proactive attitude and team spirit
• Health & safety awareness in a workshop environment

📩 Interested? Apply now