13 workshop operative jobs found

Skilled Workshop Operative Are you an experienced woodworker looking for your next opportunity? Our client in Reading is seeking a skilled and reliable Workshop Operative to join their busy team manufacturing high-quality outdoor furniture and timber products. This role is ideal for someone who can work independently, use their own initiative, and produce quality work with little or no supervision. Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00–16:00 Pay Rates: * 3-day trial period paid at £12.71 per hour * Following successful completion of the trial and demonstration of the required skills and ability to work without supervision, the pay rate increases to £14.10 per hour * Overtime after 10 hours per day and all hours worked on Saturdays and Sundays are paid at £21.15 per hour What you'll do: * Manufacture and assemble high-quality outdoor furniture and timber products * Cut, shape and prepare timber and other materials * Operate workshop tools, machinery and saws safely...

Workshop Operative Location: Reading Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team at a leading company specializing in the creation of innovative commercial furniture and structures for the hospitality and leisure industries? We are currently seeking a Workshop Operative for our client based in Reading. This is a Temporary Ongoing position with an immediate start, offering a fantastic chance to develop your skills and grow within the company. Details: • Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00 am – 16:00 pm • Pay Rate: £12.71ph + holiday allowance £19.06/h weekends Key Responsibilities: • Assemble, prepare, and build wooden products to the highest standards. • Operate various machines and tools to cut, prepare, and assemble components. • Ensure work meets quality standards, identify potential issues, and propose solutions. • Maintain a clean and safe working environment by cleaning work areas, machines, and equipment. • Report equipment or facility issues promptly. • Adhere to safety...

Workshop Operative Sevenoaks Salary - £30,000 (DOE) Hours: Monday–Friday | 07:30–16:30 Permanent | Full-Time A growing and well-established manufacturing business based in, Sevenoaks is looking to recruit a Fabricator to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, skilled workshop environment where your practical ability and attention to detail will be highly valued. The Role Working within a close-knit workshop team, you will be responsible for the fabrication and assembly of specialist components using fibreglass materials. The role is hands-on and requires precision, accuracy, and strong practical problem-solving skills. Key responsibilities include: * Measuring, marking, and cutting materials accurately * Assembling and bolting components (non-welding environment) * Working from drawings and measurements * Handling and manoeuvring heavier materials safely * Maintaining high standards of workmanship and efficiency About You We’re...

PRODUCTION OPERATIVE REQUIRED IN TELFORD (SHROPSHIRE) Are you an experienced Production Operative, Assembly Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Vehicle Fitter, Mechanical Assembler, Joiner, Mechanical Fitter or Workshop Operative looking for a new opportunity in Telford? Join a growing specialist team and play a hands-on role in creating high-quality vehicle conversions. As a Production Operative, you'll be involved in transforming panel vans and cars into finished vehicles that meet exact customer specifications, strict quality standards, and delivery deadlines. With a structured day-shift pattern, ongoing training, and clear opportunities for progression, this role offers a rewarding route into a specialist and growing industry. Based in the Stafford Park area of Telford. This role offers a starting pay rate of £13.00 per hour, rising to £13.50 per hour once fully trained. Working hours are 7:30am–4:30pm Monday to Thursday and 6:00am–12:00pm on Friday, giving a 39-hour working...

Hales Group are recruiting for Assembly Operatives on behalf of a long‑established, prestigious manufacturer in Lowestoft. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a company renowned for traditional craftsmanship, exceptional quality, and beautifully produced handmade goods.    You’ll join a supportive and skilled workshop team, working in a calm and comfortable environment where pride in the craft is at the centre of everything. This is a full-time ongoing role with the real possibility of a permanent position becoming available.    Key Responsibilities Follow established production processes with precision and consistency Use a range of hand tools to assemble high-quality products Complete intricate hand‑work requiring excellent dexterity Carry out detailed quality checks to maintain exceptional standards Maintain focus and care when working on repetitive, fine-detail tasks Work collaboratively within a friendly, artisan workshop environment Keep your work area...

Job title: Production Operative Job type: Temporary (possibility of Temp to Perm) Location: Hitchin Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 8am-5pm & Friday, 8am-1pm Hourly rate: £14.00 per hour   Our well known client based in Hitchin are looking for a Temporary Production Operative to support their Factory team (possibility of a Temp to Perm contract). The successful candidate must have a strong background within a Manufacturing & Production environment, with strong dexterity skills and ability to learn & adapt to new skills quickly.   Main duties as a Production Operative: - Electro-Plating manufactured components along the production process - Reading & understanding engineering drawings  - Jig & wire parts during busy periods - Quality inspection upon all finalised production  - Manoeuvring heavy loads around the workshop    What's required for this role: - A strong background within Manufacturing/Production environments - Ability to read &...

Role: Assembly Operative Location: Newmarket (outskirts) Pay: Starting at £13.75, rising to £14.25 p/hour after probation Contract: Temporary ongoing (potential for permanent contract) All applicants must have access to their own vehicle to commute to this site Join the team as an Assembly Operative and help create precision-built components. You'll be cutting materials, soldering, and using a variety of tools to assemble high-quality parts, contributing to a fast-paced and supportive production environment. Assembly Operative Duties: Assembling various products used in MOD Soldering and cutting components to specification Using hand and power tools safely and effectively Following work instructions and technical drawings (training provided) Maintaining a clean and organised workstation Collaborating with a supportive team in a workshop environment Who are we looking for? A willingness to learn and a positive, proactive attitude Must drive and have access to your own vehicle...

Power Tool Operative Location: Wigan Hours: Rotating shifts 6:00am-2:00pm / 2:00pm-10:00pm Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday (weekend work available) Contract: Temporary to Permanent Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and develop your skills within a growing company? We are currently recruiting for a Power Tool Operative to join our client's team in Wigan on a temporary to permanent basis. This is a hands-on role involving the repair, refurbishment and maintenance of products using a range of power and hand tools. Previous experience using power tools is beneficial but not essential. We're looking for candidates who are practical, eager to learn and have a good understanding of tools and how they are used. Responsibilities Carry out repairs, refurbishment and maintenance of products using a variety of hand and power tools. Diagnose basic faults and identify parts that require repair or replacement. Follow work...

Pertemps are looking to hire multiple production staff for our customer in Gainsborough. Due to grow, our customer would like to add to their already successful manufacturing team. As a Semi-Skilled Operative, you’ll play a vital role in turning raw materials into finished products that meet the high-quality standards our customers expect. Shifts: There are 2 shifts you can choose from, you will NOT rotate. AM Shift - Monday to Friday – 06:00 to 14:30 PM Shift - Monday to Thursday – 14:30 to 01:00Pay: AM Shift - £13.15ph. Overtime, £19.73ph (Mon to Sat) & £26.30ph (Sun) PM Shift - £15.00ph. Overtime, £19.73ph (Mon to Sat) & £26.30ph (Sun)This is a varied role, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in multiple areas of production, including: Incoming Goods Laser Operations Machine Operations Stores Assembly and Packing Despatch Duties: Maintain high housekeeping standards in all work areas. Generate and maintain all relevant documentation. Work to customer...

Woodshop Machine Operator – Starting £13.50 per hour – Rossendale (BB4) We are BX2 Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this vacancy. Job Type Temporary (ongoing work depending on client requirements) Location Rossendale, BB4 Pay Starting salary £13.50 per hour depending on experience, Weekly pay - every Friday Job Overview We are BX2 Ltd are recruiting Woodshop Machine Operator to support our client’s busy site in the Rossendale area. This role involves working within a fast‑paced warehouse environment and completing a range of operational tasks. Key Responsibilities * Responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining a variety of woodworking machines such as saws, planers, routers and CNC equipment to cut, shape and finish wood and wood - based materials to precise specifications * Read and understand technical drawings, job sheets and measurements to ensure accuracy and consistency in production * The role involves selecting appropriate materials,...

Pennine Recruitment (acting as an Employment Business) are delighted to be recruiting for a highly skilled Toolmaker/Tool & Die Maintenance Technician to join our client based in Wakefield. In this role you will have to deal with complex and specialist detailed work and will be able to maintain the engineering tooling that used to produce metal components. You will need to be able to interpret Engineering drawings and technical instructions and use of hand, machine and automated computer controlled machine tools and measuring equipment. You need to be proactive in finding solutions to problems and identifying ways to improve the business. They will be expected to test and adjust the systems they have built or maintained ensuring tooling, jigs, fixtures and assemblies meet the required specification. Specific Specialist Knowledge: * Understand mathematical techniques, formula and calculations in a Toolmaking environment * Understand the structure, properties and...

Welder/Fabricator Location: Daventry Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8:00am-5:00pm Fri: 8:00am-1:00pm Pay: £15.00 per hour DOE Our client in the automotive manufacturing industry in Daventry specialising in commercial vehicle seating and accessories is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join their team. Requirements * Minimum 3 years' MIG welding experience * Ability to read technical drawings * Welding/Fabrication qualification preferred * CNC experience advantageous (training provided) Duties * Manufacture and assembly of seating products * Operating workshop machinery * General workshop maintenance Please apply in the first instance with a copy of your CV. R43 About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas...

Our client is a well-established manufacturer specialising in bespoke security, modular, and engineered solutions for critical infrastructure sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced and hands-on Bench Hand / Machinist/ Joiner to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a machining, fabrication, engineering, or mechanical assembly background who enjoys working in a workshop environment and takes pride in producing high-quality work. The Role Working within a busy manufacturing facility, you will be responsible for producing and assembling precision components, carrying out bench fitting activities, and supporting the fabrication and production teams to ensure projects are completed to specification and quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Operate workshop machinery including drills, saws, grinders, and bench-mounted equipment * Measure, mark out, cut, drill, tap, and prepare metal components...