Workshop / Engineering Assistant

Bristol Industrial; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Industrial is searching for a Workshop / Engineering Assistant to join their busy team in Rochdale. This role involves hands-on work with tools and machinery, supporting various engineering projects while ensuring a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will be practical, eager to learn, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. Experience is preferred but training can be provided for the right individual.

Qualifications

• Basic experience using tools such as drills and saws (training can be provided).
• Proactive attitude and good attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the use of hand and power tools for engineering projects.
• Preparing and cutting materials to specification.
• Keeping the workshop clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team spirit

Health & safety awareness

Willingness to learn

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

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.