Workshop Assistant

Location Harlow
Salary: £11.5
Contact name: Neil Bokhoory

Contact email: neil.b@ignite-recruitment.co.uk
Job ref: 781
Published: 6 months ago

Workshop Assistant (Full-Time)

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the production workshop as directed by the Workshop Manager
  • General facilities management tasks like cleaning, organizing tools/equipment, maintaining supplies and work areas
  • Receive deliveries and assist with asset management following safe handling practices
  • Prepare production elements through tasks like filling, sanding, etc.
  • Stock taking of materials and hardware
  • Routine premises cleaning and maintenance
  • Ensure minimization of wastage and organization of production material off-cuts
  • Opportunity to learn skills like operating CNC machines, basic carpentry, and spray painting

Requirements:

  • Health & safety awareness
  • Basic IT skills
  • Ability to perform practical workshop tasks
  • Valid driving license to operate company vehicles
  • Sustainable approach to work practices
  • High attention to detail and quality control
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
  • Willingness to learn technical production skills
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to take direction from the Workshop Manager
  • Professional demeanor even under pressure
  • Positive representation of the company

Desired Qualifications:

  • GCSEs including English & Maths (or equivalent)
  • Carpentry or construction experience
  • Full clean driving license
  • Forklift license

Location: Harlow, Essex (includes on-site work and driving)
Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Salary: £11.50 per hour