Workshop Operative

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Horsham St. Faith; In loco; GBP 15.000 - 22.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

32 days holiday including bank

Overtime opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd is seeking a practical Workshop Operative to join a busy engineering and manufacturing team in Norwich. The role involves assembling components, using hand and power tools, and following technical drawings to produce high-quality products.

You will work closely with others on the shop floor, ensuring accuracy, safety and efficiency, with standard hours from Monday to Friday and a pay rate of £13.36 per hour depending on experience.

Competenze

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly or manufacturing.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings and follow specifications.
• Hands-on with hand and power tools.
• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to work as part of a team.

Mansioni

• Assemble and construct products using hand and power tools.
• Fabricate and fit sub-assemblies for final production.
• Read and follow engineering drawings and instructions.
• Use workshop tools safely and effectively.
• Inspect finished products for quality and report defects.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet production deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.

Conoscenze

Mechanical assembly

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading engineering drawings

Team player

Formazione

NVQ in Mechanical Manufacturing

Descrizione del lavoro

Workshop Operative - Engineering Assembly

Location: Norwich, NR6

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00

Pay Rate: £13.36 per hour (depending on experience)

About the Role

Select Recruitment is currently looking for a practical and hands-on Workshop Operative to join a busy and established engineering and manufacturing business based in Norwich.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with an interest in engineering, mechanical assembly or manufacturing who enjoys working with their hands and taking pride in producing high-quality products.

You will be working as part of a friendly workshop team, assisting with the construction, fabrication and assembly of specialist products using a variety of hand and power tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembling and constructing products and components using hand and power tools.
• Fabricating and fitting smaller sub-assemblies ready for final production.
• Reading and following basic engineering drawings, instructions and specifications.
• Using workshop tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Checking finished products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Identifying and reporting any damaged or defective materials or products.
• Working alongside other workshop colleagues to meet production deadlines.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, engineering or a manufacturing environment.
• A practical and hands-on approach with a genuine interest in engineering.
• Comfortable using hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to understand basic engineering drawings and instructions.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
• Reliable, organised and able to work well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Formal engineering qualifications or an NVQ in Mechanical Manufacturing would be beneficial but are not essential for the right candidate.

What's on Offer?

• £13.36 per hour, depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday working hours.
• 08:30 - 17:00 basic working hours.
• 32 days annual holiday, including bank holidays.
• Opportunity to develop your engineering and assembly skills.
• Long-term opportunity within an established manufacturing business.
• Supportive workshop environment with ongoing training.
• Please note: Some flexibility with working hours and occasional additional hours may be required, particularly during busier periods.