Workshop Operative
Location: Altham, Lancashire (with travel as required)
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm | Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About Elap
For more than 40 years, Elap has been a trusted partner of Motability and a leading provider of vehicle mobility solutions throughout the UK. We specialise in the design, manufacture, and installation of mobility adaptations that empower people to maintain their independence and mobility.
Operating from our headquarters in Lancashire, we provide a nationwide service through a network of over 100 accredited partners across the UK.
As a result of our continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and skilled Workshop Operative to join our expanding team.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary, based on experience
- Private healthcare
- Workplace pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
- Manufacture a range of steel products using workshop machinery and equipment, including press brakes, drills, saws, lathes, and welding equipment.
- Assemble products and components, including wiring motors, fabricating steel assemblies, and preparing fitting kits.
- Produce bespoke solutions designed to enhance customers' independence and mobility.
- Design, fabricate, test, draw, and install vehicle-specific mounting brackets for seats and transfer boards.
- Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and workplace safety at all times.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience designing and developing metal components.
- Be proficient in using CAD software.
- Be organised, self-motivated, and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Possess a strong understanding of workshop machinery, tools, equipment, and safe working practices.
- Demonstrate a commitment to health and safety standards.
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
Previous experience within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Why Join Elap?
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established and growing business where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on improving customers' quality of life every day.
To apply, please send your CV to [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
