Salary: £30k per year
Reference: ID: 191507
Workshop Operative
Engineering & Machine Assembly
Salary: £30,000
Location: Brecon - Site-Based Role
A well-established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking a Workshop Operative to join its production team and support the manufacture, assembly, and testing of new machinery and spare parts.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical, hands-on approach who enjoys working in an engineering environment and takes pride in producing high-quality work. You will be based within the company’s workshop, working as part of a close-knit engineering team and contributing to the successful build and dispatch of new machines.
The role is primarily workshop-based, although there may be occasional requirements to attend customer or supplier sites, undertake training, or support investigations relating to customer complaints and aftercare.
Key Responsibilities
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Manufacture and assemble new machines and spare parts on the shop floor
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Use tools and production equipment safely and effectively
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Ensure tools and equipment are maintained and checked regularly
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Test new machines before dispatch
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Follow company health and safety procedures at all times
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Support non-conformance and customer complaint reviews
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Work closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of production and quality
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Support and mentor new apprentices where required
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Identify personal training needs and communicate these with your line manager
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Contribute to a positive, professional, and disciplined working environment
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Lead by example and maintain high standards of workmanship
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Support continuous improvement across manufacturing operations
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Attend customer or supplier sites when required
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Assist with customer aftercare and operational investigations where necessary
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Carry out any other reasonable tasks required by the business
Requirements
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Minimum of 8 GCSEs or equivalent, ideally grade C or above
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Previous experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment is desirable
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Good understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes
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Health and safety awareness or formal training within a production environment
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Methodical and thorough approach to work
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Good communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team
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Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn
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Strong problem-solving skills
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Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to change
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Competent using IT equipment
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Good standard of written and spoken English
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Professional attitude with strong standards of conduct and discipline
Desirable
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Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management principles
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Understanding of ISO 14001 environmental management principles
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Forklift, IPAF, or relevant materials-handling certification
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Experience assembling or testing industrial machinery
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Previous experience working within a production environment
Package
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£30,000 basic salary
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Pension scheme
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Profit share scheme
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Life insurance
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Medical insurance
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Birthday leave
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Additional annual leave with length of service
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25 days annual leave + birthday + bank holidays
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Mobile phone
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Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:30
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Friday: 08:00 - 15:30
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Alex Connolly on 01254 781300
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