Workshop Operative

E3 Recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime rates

Pension scheme with salary sacrifice

Sick pay and health plan

Birthday off

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is partnering with a Bradford-based engineering manufacturer to recruit a Workshop Operative for a permanent, long-term role. The successful candidate will join a busy workshop, performing fibreglass coating applications and finishing work on modular buildings, with progression opportunities as the business grows.

The role offers overtime rates, a pension with employer contributions, sick pay, and health plan benefits, alongside structured training and clear development paths.

Qualifications

• Experience in a practical hands-on environment is essential.
• Background in painting and decorating, finishing, construction, joinery or similar trades is beneficial.
• Able to work from drawings and specifications and use hand/power tools safely.
• Good attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Reliable team player willing to learn in a manufacturing setting.

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

Trades background

Hands-on experience

Painting & decorating

Finishing

Construction

Tools

Rollers

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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
• Matched contribution pension scheme with salary sacrifice, offering up to 5% contribution
• Sick pay scheme and death in service benefit with healthcare cash plan and personal accident insurance
• Working hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm with early finishes on Fridays
• 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