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Trainee Plastic Fabricators
for a growing manufacturer near Romsey. They make specialist plastic pipework for heating and cooling systems, including major data-centre projects.
No plastic fabrication experience is needed, as full training is provided. What you do need is hands‑on experience using hand tools to build, make or repair things, whether that's from carpentry, joinery, furniture making, fabrication or maintenance work. If that sounds like you and you'd like to learn a specialist trade, this could be the role for you.
Role Overview
As a Trainee Plastic Fabricator, you'll help build plastic pipe assemblies, tanks and vessels, using hand and power tools to measure, cut, shape and assemble parts. You'll be trained in specialist plastic-welding and jointing techniques.
Important Information. Please read before applying
The site is in a rural area with no public transport SO51 6DQ
, and the day starts at 7:00am. You must have a full UK driving licence and your own vehicle.
You’ll also need hands‑on experience using hand tools to build, make or repair things, for example carpentry, joinery, furniture making, fabrication or maintenance work. Warehouse or delivery driving experience on its own isn't enough for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Measuring, cutting, drilling and shaping plastic materials
- Assembling pipework, tanks and vessels
- Using hand and power tools safely
- Following drawings and work instructions
- Checking finished work and fixing any faults
- Keeping your work area clean and safe
Training Provided
Full training in specialist techniques, including:
- Butt fusion and electrofusion
- Hot‑gas and extrusion welding
- Socket fusion and solvent jointing
- Full UK driving licence and own vehicle
- Hands‑on experience using hand tools
- Accurate, with good attention to detail
- Reliable, punctual and keen to learn
- Happy in a practical, physically active role
- Experience with power tools
- Background in carpentry, joinery, fabrication, construction or maintenance
- Able to read basic technical drawings
Salary and Working Hours
£13.00 per hour trainee rate. 39 basic hours plus 5 scheduled overtime hours at an enhanced rate, giving approx. £30,871 per year. Extra overtime available.
Workshop-based, involving manual handling, working with tools and chemicals, occasional confined spaces or working at height, and wearing PPE.
Interview Process
Interview at the site SO51 6DQ, with a decision usually made shortly after.
Salary: Approx. £30,871 per year, including scheduled overtime
Location: West Wellow, near Romsey SO51 6DQ (no public transport, own vehicle essential)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 7:00am to 1:00pm
Contract: Full-time, temporary-to-permanent
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Trainee Plastic Fabricator in Romsey employer: GoodPeople
GoodPeople is an exceptional employer committed to fostering a sustainable future through its innovative Net Zero Careers Accelerator programme. Located in Wolverhampton, the company offers a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, providing opportunities for hands-on experience in the waste and resource recovery sector. With competitive salaries and a focus on safety and compliance, employees can thrive in a role that not only contributes to environmental goals but also enhances their professional skills in a supportive environment.
