Polisher / Plater

Thomas Lyte is a Royal Warrant holder as Goldsmiths and Silversmiths to His Majesty King Charles III. A contemporary luxury brand disrupting a traditional industry, we have quickly established a reputation as world-class designers and makers of exquisite bespoke silverware. We are responsible for designing, making and restoring some of sports most iconic trophies including the Emirates FA Cup, the Rugby World Cup, the ATP Finals Trophies, FIFA World Cup, and the ICC's Men's and Women's Cricket World Cups.

At Thomas Lyte, we combine the latest technologies with centuries of knowledge and are renowned for our stunning designs, superb craftsmanship, and incomparable service. Our team of master craftspeople are bespoke silver and gold specialists and among the most talented artisans and metalworkers in the world. The priceless pieces they create are packaged and presented immaculately at our London workshops, before being promptly delivered to our clients based all over the world.

• Our team’s passion, drive and commitment are at the heart of our success and growth.
• We embrace new ideas, innovation and change is the key to success.
• The diverse network of talents nurtured across all departments, gives us all the tools required to meet our objectives and goals.
• A varied, fast paced, high energy working environment, built on the trust and support of colleagues.

This role will be primarily based at our state-of-the-art workshops in East London (Hainault IG6).

Thomas Lyte is looking for a skilled and talented polisher and plater. Your role will entail polishing and plating some of the world’s most iconic sporting trophies as well as an array of bespoke pieces, both modern and historic. In return we will pay a market leading salary, together with annual bonus, private medical cover and long-term incentives. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years’ experience, however experience in plating is not essential and we will be looking for a willingness and enthusiasm to learn. As with all roles within our workshop, we must emphasise that total concentration and focus is required at all times to ensure the safety of all personnel. This is a busy working environment, and successful applicants will need to be fully conscious and mindful of the pace and strength of machinery being operated.

• Silver and gold plating of bespoke trophies, awards, and objet.
• Machine polishing of bespoke trophies, awards, and objet to a high standard – with experience in the various finishes such as high mirror and sateen.
• Liaising with colleagues with making, polishing, plating, engraving and project administration.
• Assisting with quality control of the finished products to ensure that the highest standards are maintained.
• Actively contributing new ideas to the dynamic environment and working closely with staff throughout the company.
• Understanding and complying with the Health & Safety protocols in the workshop.

• Preferably 5 years’ experience or more in the trade.
• Excellent judgement and decision-making abilities.
• Capacity to grasp concepts and problem solve.
• A strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain precise standards and ensure the highest levels of quality at all time.
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective time management and the ability to prioritise tasks and be commercially aware.
• Good communication skills both verbal and written and the ability to interact well with others.
• Must be able to handle brass, copper and precious metals.
• Ability to lift heavy, and sometimes awkward shaped pieces for polish/plate.

• Driven, motivated and enthusiastic.
• Eye for detail.
• Desire to deliver a world class service.
• Hands-on and adaptable.
• High level of own initiative and commercial awareness.
• Team player and excellent communicator.

• Company bonus scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Complimentary drinks and food onsite.
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme.
• Salary sacrifice electric vehicle leasing scheme.
• Occasional access to complimentary tickets and hospitality at sporting events and industry events and dinners.
• 23 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and a day off for your birthday. Option to take an additional day for charity work.

Please send your CV and cover letter to apply for this exciting opportunity to take a key leadership role with world’s greatest trophy makers and a leading name in luxury at a very significant time of expansion. If you wish to discuss the responsibilities of the role in more detail, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.