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Job summary
A leading protective equipment manufacturer in Isleworth is seeking experienced Metal Shop Operatives to work in a busy workshop. Candidates should have prior experience in a metal workshop and be familiar with metalworking tools. Responsibilities include operating machinery, reading technical drawings, and ensuring product quality. This role offers a salary of £14.00 per hour and requires a strong team ethic and attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a metal workshop or similar environment.
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
Responsibilities
- Operating machinery such as CNC machines and Extrusion Bender.
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings.
- Conducting quality checks to ensure finished products meet specifications.
Skills
Tools
Experienced Metal Shop Operatives required for a leading protective equipment manufacturer based in Isleworth.
We are looking for skilled and experienced candidates to work within a busy metal fabrication workshop producing high-quality protective cases for military, broadcast, medical, and industrial sectors.
Straight starts available - ASAP.
Salary: £14.00 per hour.
- Mon‑Thurs: 07:30-17:00
- Fri: 07:30-12:30
- Operating machinery such as CNC machines, Extrusion Bender, and Insertion Machine (training provided)
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings & engineering specifications
- Performing metal cutting, drilling, shaping, and other fabrication tasks
- Assembling metal components using Rivet Guns, Hand Drills, Pillar Drills, etc.
- Conducting quality checks to ensure finished products meet specifications
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment
- Reporting faults, damages, or maintenance needs
- Handling materials safely and following production instructions
- Previous experience in a metal workshop or similar environment
- Basic understanding of metalworking tools and machines
- Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints
- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Good communication skills and a strong team ethic
- Awareness of health & safety procedures in workshops
- Reliable, punctual, and committed
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Able to work independently and within a team
- Takes pride in high-quality craftsmanship
Interested candidates can drop their CVs at (url removed) or call Peehu on (phone number removed) for further details.
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.