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Apr 16, 2026  
Workshop Operative
Workshop Operative – Doncaster Are you reliable, hardworking, and enjoy a hands-on role? We’re looking for a Workshop Operative to support day-to-day activities in a busy Doncaster workshop. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to keeping a workspace safe and efficient. Pay: £13.00 per hour  Hours: 8:30 – 17:00  Duration: 3 months (potential to extend) Benefits: Competitive hourly rate of £13.00 Supportive team environment Opportunity to gain practical workshop experience Key Responsibilities: Pressure washing machinery to ensure equipment is clean and ready for inspection or repair. Booking machines in upon arrival, including basic documentation and tagging. Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe workshop environment in line with health & safety standards. Assisting technicians with general workshop duties as required. Organising tools, equipment, and workspaces to support smooth workflow....
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CV-Library Doncaster, UK Contractor
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Apr 12, 2026  
Workshop Operative
A coach building company based in Witham are looking for a Workshop Operative to join their busy team. We are looking for someone who has experience building mechanical products using hand and power tools working from engineering drawings. The rate of pay is up to £13.50ph, working 7am till 3.30pm Monday to Friday. Overtime is x1.33 weekdays and x1.5 on Saturdays. Workshop Operative duties:- Making trailers for lorries Use hand and power tools Work from engineering drawings Use fabrication machinery (training given) Use saws to cut wood and steelThis is a permanent role subject to you passing a 13 week probation. If you have the skills and experience needed for this Workshop Operative role, please apply! If you have any questions, please give Prime Appointments a call and ask for Simon. #Tier2
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CV-Library Witham, Essex Contractor
CL
Mar 24, 2026  
Workshop Operative
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: £12.21ph + holiday allowance 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 protocols, including the...
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CV-Library RG2, Reading, Berkshire Contractor
CL
Apr 15, 2026  
Pre-hung Operatives - Temp to Perm
We are currently recruiting Pre-hung Operatives for a leading manufacturer of glazed and pre-hung internal door sets, providing to door specialists, builders' merchants, and independent door shops across the UK. Staffline is recruiting Pre-hung Operatives to work in Ely. This is a temp-to-perm position, with the opportunity to move to a permanent contract after 12 weeks. Due to the location of the site in Ely, candidates must have access to their own vehicle or reliable transport to travel to and from the workplace. The rate of pay is £13.40 per hour This is a full time role, working Monday to Friday. Candidates must be flexible and able to work either of the following shifts when required: The hours of work are: - 7:30am - 16:00pm or 5:00am - 13:30pm. Your Time at Work As a Pre-hung Operative, your duties and responsibilities will include: - Assisting with general workshop production, including unwrapping and re-packaging doors and door sets - Sorting...
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CV-Library Ely, ELY, UK Contractor
CL
Apr 15, 2026  
Highways Operative
Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Highways Operative to work with a Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Overview: The role holder will work with a busy team supporting highways maintenance, drainage, and workshop operations. The role involves working within a highways fitting shop environment, assisting fabricators and masons depending on workloads, and undertaking a variety of on-site maintenance tasks to ensure roads, pavements, and public spaces are kept to high standards. Main Duties: * Undertake highways maintenance, drainage, and minor construction tasks in line with council and safety standards * Assist in workshop and fitting shop activities, supporting fabricators and masons as required * Operate hand tools, plant, and equipment safely across different tasks * Carry out inspections, repairs, and general maintenance duties on roads and public areas * Follow health, safety,...
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CV-Library NE8, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear Contractor
CL
Apr 15, 2026  
Overhead crane
Overhead Crane Operator Location: Loughborough, LE11 Hours: Monday to Friday 14.00 - 22.00 Payrate upto £16.00 p/h  Interviews Happening Immediately Are you a skilled Poverhead crane operative looking for your next opportunity? We’re working with a well-established and growing engineering firm in Loughborough who are looking to add to their friendly team. This role offers great rates of pay, steady afternoon shifts, and the opportunity to go permanent for the right person. What You’ll Be Doing Operate an overhead crane in a safe manner  General duties within the engineering workshop  Reporting to the Fabrication Manager Occasionally working independently on varied jobs and materials What We're Looking For A fully skilled overhead Crane operative Must have an in-date Licence  Confident in working within an engineering environment  1+ years of experience operating an overhead crane  Someone who can hit the ground running and work on their own initiative Why...
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CV-Library Loughborough LE12, UK Contractor
CL
Apr 12, 2026  
Production Operative
Location: Lenwade ⏰ Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00–14:00 (Fixed shift – no weekends) ⏰ Hours: Monday to Friday, 14:00–22:00 (Fixed shift – no weekends) Pay: £12.22-£13.68 per hour, weekly pay (PAYE/PAYE AUTO) Contract: Temp to Perm ARC are working with their client based in Lenwade who are seeking Window Manufacturing Operatives to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term work with the potential for a permanent contract. Due to Location, you will need your own transport to get to site – there are no public transport routes. Key Duties: Operating machinery and hand tools to manufacture uPVC and aluminium window frames Assembling and glazing units to production standards Measuring, cutting, and preparing materials Quality checking finished products for accuracy and finish Working to production targets and following health & safety procedures General workshop duties and keeping work areas clean and organised What We’re Looking For:...
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CV-Library Norwich, UK Contractor
CL
Apr 11, 2026  
Dip Braze Operative (Nights)
Premier work support is currently recruiting for a Dip Braze Operative to work Night shifts for our prestigious client based in the Dartford area on a temporary basis. Key responsibilities of this role: Dipper - to work closely with pasting departments on day-to-day workload and organise the order of braze for the day under the direction of the Workshop manager. To jig up all work for the oven. To work in the washroom, pre and post cleaning parts. To inspect brazed work in preparation for hardening or packing work to send out to customers. To clean the salt bath at regular intervals and to record this action has been taken. To take salt samples at regular intervals, as required and directed by Workshop Manager. To check chemicals as required. To check jigs and report any damage to the Workshop Manager and then repair as appropriate. To undertake any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Workshop Manager. General Responsibilities: General cleaning and maintenance of...
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CV-Library Dartford, Kent Contractor
CL
Apr 11, 2026  
Dip Braze Operative (Days)
Premier work support is currently recruiting for a Dip Braze Operative for our prestigious client based in the Dartford area on a temporary basis. Key responsibilities of this role: Dipper - to work closely with pasting departments on day-to-day workload and organise the order of braze for the day under the direction of the Workshop manager. To jig up all work for the oven. To work in the washroom, pre and post cleaning parts. To inspect brazed work in preparation for hardening or packing work to send out to customers. To clean the salt bath at regular intervals and to record this action has been taken. To take salt samples at regular intervals, as required and directed by Workshop Manager. To check chemicals as required. To check jigs and report any damage to the Workshop Manager and then repair as appropriate. To undertake any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Workshop Manager. General Responsibilities: General cleaning and maintenance of work area....
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CV-Library Dartford, Kent Contractor
CL
Apr 17, 2026  
MIG Welder
Role : MIG Welding role Location: Mildenhall, Suffolk Working hours: Monday to Friday – Full time hours Capacity of role: Temporary to permanent position Pay Rate: Up to £16.00 per hour Our client is currently recruiting for welders to join their workshop based team. Candidates will need to be proficient with MIG welding practices Main duties will include:  Prepare machinery for the MIG welding process  Set up, operate and maintain welding equipment  Communication liaison with engineers and other team members  Perform routine checks and maintenance on welding equipment  Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements  Assess welded surfaces, structures and components to identify errors Candidate attributes –  Previous welding experience  Ability to use various hand and power tools  Good communication skills  Happy to work overtime as and when required. Skills Required MIG, Welder, Welding, Engineering, Engineer, Qualifications...
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CV-Library Ipswich IP1 2BX, UK Contractor
CL
Apr 17, 2026  
Mechanical Technician
Mechanical Technician Colchester - 3 month Temporary Full time - Monday-Friday Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm, Friday 8:30am -4:00pm £25-35ph + Holiday, Pension, Adecco Benefits Are you a hands‑on Mechanical Technician with a passion for innovation and precision engineering? Join our clients R&D Centre, where you'll play a vital role in developing cutting‑edge X‑Ray inspection and Bond Test equipment used globally in advanced manufacturing About the Role As a key member of our Technical team, you'll support the design, development, testing and introduction of new products. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical engineering, prototyping, and solving real-world mechanical challenges. You'll work closely with mechanical, electrical and software engineers - turning concepts into reality through test rigs, prototypes, and hands-on component modification. You'll be based in our state-of-the-art R&D facility in Colchester within an office and manufacturing...
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CV-Library Colchester, Essex Contractor
CL
Apr 17, 2026  
Hgv Technician
HGV Technician Carlisle – Cumbria Days – 42.5 hour week £25 - £37 ph dependant on Pay type. Ongoing Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a Council client for an experienced Vehicle Technician. This is a days role and can be PAYE, UMBRELLA OR LTD. If you are self employed and have your own LTD Company, or are looking for a temp to perm position then please get in touch. We are looking for Technicians/mechanics from a Commercial, HGV, PSV or LGV background. You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified Technician that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles ROLE * Electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis, repair and installation * Setting and operating of machine tools and equipment * Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if approved tester) * Support workshops team members including Apprentice Technicians as required. * Accurately record time to complete jobs and associated details * Use...
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CV-Library Carlisle, Cumbria Contractor
CL
Apr 17, 2026  
Semi Skilled Metal Worker
Semi Skilled Metal Worker – Poole Ready to put your sheet metal skills to good use? This Semi Skilled Metal Worker role in Poole offers steady work, a well-run workshop, and the chance to build on your practical experience. The Semi Skilled Metal Worker position would suit someone reliable, motivated, and keen to develop within a busy manufacturing environment.   Joining the production team, the Semi Skilled Metal Worker will support a range of metalworking operations while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. This is a varied, hands-on Semi Skilled Metal Worker role where attention to detail and the ability to follow engineering instructions are essential. The successful Semi Skilled Metal Worker will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.   Key Responsibilities: Carry out PEM serting operations using appropriate press equipment Operate press brake machinery to bend and form sheet metal components Perform counter sinking to...
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CV-Library Poole, UK Contractor
CL
Apr 16, 2026  
Experienced Powder Coater
Experienced Powder Coater Bilston, Wolverhampton £14.00 per hour Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 08:00am - 4:30pm Temp to Perm Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Powder Coater to join a busy and growing engineering company based in Bilston, Wolverhampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled individual looking for stable, ongoing work with the potential to secure a permanent position within a supportive workshop environment. The Role As a Powder Coater, you will be responsible for preparing and coating metal components to a high-quality finish, ensuring all products meet required specifications and standards. You will be spraying items that are hung on a moving rack prior to entering the oven, using a hand sprayer. This role does not involve tracking. Key Responsibilities Preparing metal surfaces for coating (cleaning, sanding, masking) Applying powder coating using hand spray equipment to a high standard Spraying items on a moving rack system...
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CV-Library Bilston, West Midlands Contractor
CL
Apr 16, 2026  
Welder Fabricator
Welder Fabricator Andover £15.00 - £19.00 per hour Our client, based in Andover, is currently seeking skilled and motivated Welders/Fabricators to join their growing and dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their career within a well-established and supportive working environment. Welder Fabricator Roles and Responsibilities: * Carry out high-quality MIG and TIG welding to a consistently high standard * Read and interpret engineering drawings, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail * Fabricate components and assemblies in line with specifications * Operate a range of workshop machinery, including saws, drills, and other fabrication equipment * Perform quality checks on completed work to ensure it meets required standards * Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with health and safety guidelines * Work both independently and as part of a team to meet production deadlines Welder Fabricator Ideal...
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CV-Library Andover, Hampshire Contractor
CL
Apr 16, 2026  
Welder Fabricator
An exciting opportunity for Welder Fabricator Are you ready to forge your career with a leading engineering company? Our client is seeking a skilled Welder Fabricator to join their dynamic team! This is your chance to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to innovative projects. If you're passionate about precision craftsmanship and enjoy diverse challenges, this Welder Fabricator role could be your perfect fit! Primary responsibilities Fabricate, assemble, and weld sheet metal and structural components from engineering drawings Perform high-quality MIG, TIG, and/or MMA welding Operate workshop machinery and hand tools to measure, cut, bend, and shape metal materials Interpret technical drawings and work independently on fabrication tasks Conduct finishing processes such as grinding, polishing, and dressing welds Ensure all work meets required specifications and quality standards Maintain a safe and tidy working environment Qualifications and Skills Must hold a...
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CV-Library Accrington, Lancashire Contractor
CL
Apr 16, 2026  
Fitter
We’re looking for a hands-on Fitter to join our client, assembling bespoke timber garden buildings at customer locations. You’ll be responsible for constructing and fitting structures, carrying out carpentry work, installing roofs, and delivering a polished finish. Training will begin in the workshop before moving onto site-based projects. Main Duties: * Assemble and install timber garden buildings according to company specifications. * Interpret construction plans to build frames, walls, doors, windows, and roofs. * Undertake carpentry and joinery tasks, making adjustments on site as needed. * Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently (e.g., saws, drills, nail guns). * Fit roofing and ensure buildings are fully weatherproof. * Safely handle and move heavy materials, maintaining health and safety standards. * Apply finishes such as paint or sealants to complete the build. * Interact professionally with customers, representing the company...
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CV-Library DE13, Barton under Needwood, Staffordshire Contractor
CL
Apr 16, 2026  
CNC or Manual Horizontal Borer Operator
CNC or Manual Horizontal Borer Operator Worksop £18 per hour | 39 hours per week + overtime | Days Regular About the Role Stafforce Recruitment is seeking an experienced CNC or Manual Horizontal Borer Operator to join a well‑established engineering business based in Worksop. Key Responsibilities Operate CNC or manual horizontal boring machines to produce precision‑engineered components Interpret engineering drawings and job specifications Set up machines, tooling, and workpieces accurately Machine components to tight tolerances Conduct quality checks using micrometers, verniers, gauges, and other measuring tools Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient working environment Work collaboratively with the production team to meet deadlines What We're Looking For Proven experience operating CNC or manual horizontal borers Strong understanding of machining processes and engineering drawings Ability to work independently with excellent attention to detail Good problem‑solving skills...
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CV-Library Worksop, Nottinghamshire Contractor
CL
Apr 16, 2026  
CNC or Manual Horizontal Borer Operator
CNC or Manual Horizontal Borer Operator Worksop £18 per hour | 39 hours per week + overtime | Days Regular About the Role Stafforce Recruitment is seeking an experienced CNC or Manual Horizontal Borer Operator to join a well‑established engineering business based in Worksop. Key Responsibilities Operate CNC or manual horizontal boring machines to produce precision‑engineered components Interpret engineering drawings and job specifications Set up machines, tooling, and workpieces accurately Machine components to tight tolerances Conduct quality checks using micrometers, verniers, gauges, and other measuring tools Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient working environment Work collaboratively with the production team to meet deadlines What We're Looking For Proven experience operating CNC or manual horizontal borers Strong understanding of machining processes and engineering drawings Ability to work independently with excellent attention to detail Good problem‑solving skills...
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CV-Library Worksop, Nottinghamshire Contractor
CL
Apr 15, 2026  
Glazier - Temp to Perm
Great opportunity to work as a Glazier for leading manufacturer of glazed and pre-hung internal door sets, providing to door specialists, builders' merchants, and independent door shops across the UK. Staffline is currently looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Glazier to join production team in Ely. This is a temp-to-perm position, with the opportunity to move to a permanent contract after 12 weeks. Due to the location of the site in Ely, candidates must have access to their own vehicle or reliable transport to travel to and from the workplace. The rate of pay is £13.40 per hour This is a full time role, working Monday to Friday role. Candidates must be flexible and able to work either of the following shifts when required: The hours of work are: - 7:30am - 16:00pm or 5:00am - 13:30pm Candidates must be flexible and able to work either of the following shifts when required Your Time at Work In this role, you will be responsible for cutting, preparing,...
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CV-Library Ely, ELY, UK Contractor
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