Workshop Operative

E3recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime premium

Birthday off

20 days holiday + BH

Job summary

E3recruitment is recruiting for a Workshop Operative to join a Bradford-based engineering manufacturer. This permanent role offers long-term stability, ongoing training, and progression as the company expands after recent investment.

The role suits someone with a trades or practical background, especially those with painting and decorating, finishing, construction or similar hands-on environments. With excellent overtime rates and strong benefits, this is a secure, long-term opportunity in a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a practical, hands-on or trades environment.
• Background in painting and decorating, construction, joinery or similar trades would be beneficial.
• Comfortable using hand tools and working with your hands.

Responsibilities

• Applying fibreglass coating to modular buildings using rollers and other hand tools.
• Preparing surfaces and ensuring coatings are applied evenly and to a high standard.
• Working from drawings and specifications where required.
• Using a variety of hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Carrying out finishing and general workshop duties as required.
• Supporting the wider production team to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with company health & safety procedures.

Skills

Hands-on

Practical background

Painting & decorating

Construction experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

• Salary:£27009.00 - £27986.4000 per annum + Plus overtime at a premium
• Duration:
• Reference:BBBH17231
• Location:Bradford, West Yorkshire
• Start Date:ASAP
• Skills:

We are recruiting for a Workshop Operative to join a well-established, Bradford-based engineering manufacturer. This is a permanent opportunity offering long-term stability, ongoing training, and genuine progression as the company continues to expand following significant recent investment.

The role would suit someone with a trades or practical background, particularly those with experience in painting and decorating, finishing, construction or similar hands‑on environments.

With excellent overtime rates, strong company benefits, and a growing workload, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a secure, long-term role within a busy workshop environment.

What’s on offer for the Workshop Operative?

• Starting pay rate of £13.32 per hour (£27,009 per annum), rising to £13.80 per hour (£27,986 per annum) following successful completion of probation
• Overtime paid at time and a half through the week
• 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and your birthday off
• Genuine progression and development opportunities within a growing business

Responsibilities of the Workshop Operative

• Applying fibreglass coating to modular buildings using rollers and other hand tools
• Preparing surfaces and ensuring coatings are applied evenly and to a high standard
• Working from drawings and specifications where required
• Using a variety of hand and power tools safely and efficiently
• Carrying out finishing and general workshop duties as required
• Supporting the wider production team to meet delivery deadlines
• Ensuring all work is carried out in line with company health & safety procedures

Requirements of the Workshop Operative

• Previous experience in a practical, hands‑on or trades environment
• Background in painting and decorating, construction, joinery, finishing or a similar trade would be beneficial
• Comfortable using hand tools and working with your hands
• Good attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
• Reliable and able to work effectively within a team
• Willingness to learn new skills and work in a manufacturing environment