About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Work Operatives to join our busy team at South East Galvanizers Ltd based in Witham, CM8 3DR. We are part of Wedge Group Galvanizing, a successful family-owned business offering secure employment to its employees for over 150 years. We have 14 sites nationwide and apply corrosion protection to all the steel you regularly see around you such as street furniture, lampposts, bridge beams and even football stadiums through our galvanizing process.
You won’t just be joining a business; you’ll be part of a group that can offer you opportunities and development for the whole of your career!
We pride ourselves on caring for each other, with fairness and trust at our core. If you have similar values, you might find us to be a great place to work.
What’s the role?
As a Works Operative you will help to deliver our Company’s vision being ‘The Galvanizer of choice’ through being an integral part of a team that delivers high-quality products and service to all our customers.
You will be based in a factory environment and main responsibilities include:
- Inspecting the steelwork.
- Applying venting using power tools/drills.
- Preparing work to enter the galvanizing process.
- Operating overhead crane equipment and forklifts.
- Ensuring working areas are kept safe and tidy, working with your colleagues and company systems to highlight any concerns.
- Following training and procedures for all production-based activities and practices in your area.
Who would suit this role?
Candidates must have a valid forklift licence.
This role would suit someone who is a team-player, conscientious and has a ‘can-do’ attitude.
The work often involves a reasonable amount of physical activity, so it would suit someone who is confident in lifting and handling work (with appropriate training offered to all).
Experience in a manufacturing environment or/and in steel fabrication is advantageous but not essential.
What are the benefits?
- A permanent 37.5-hour contract, with gross pay from £534 per week.
- Regular opportunities to complete overtime to enhance income.
- Gross pay can be increased once multiskilled (likely to be achieved within a few months).
- Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement.
- Annual pay reviews.
- 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year – 5 days more than the legal requirement.
- Enhanced pay for other leave (paternity, maternity etc.).
- Company pension scheme matching employee pension contributions.
- Employment protection and death in service cover for employees – paying out up to 3x annual salary.
- Employee Assistance Programme – offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support.
- Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Full training, equipment and PPE provided.
- Annual free flu vaccinations.
- Long service awards.
- Company share purchase opportunity.
- Free parking.
Hours?
Working Monday to Friday – between 07:00 – 15:30.
How to apply?
If this sounds like a job that might be right for you, please click apply or complete an online application form via our careers page - www.wedge-galv.co.uk/careers
Wedge Group Galvanizing is an equal opportunities employer; we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone is valued and welcomed.
Pay: From £534.00 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Witham CM8 3DR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
