Workshop Operative in Southampton

Job Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an established manufacturing and assembly company based just outside of central Southampton.

This is a full-time temporary to permanent position for a Workshop Assistant, working Monday to Friday, 08:00am till 16:30pm (40-hours per week).

The role will be physical and will require a candidate who is hands on, and is competent working with workshop tools, measuring, cutting, and packing items and working with various wood types.

Hourly Pay Rate: £13ph (Basic Annual Salary Range Equivalent of £26,500 to £27,040).

Duties:

• Assisting with the building and construction, including cutting, measuring and assembly of parts.
• Operating and maintaining basic workshop tools and machinery.
• Handling materials efficiently within the busy workshop environment, including loading, unloading, and organising items.
• Supporting the use of various hand tools for assembly, maintenance, and repair activities
• Applying basic maths skills to measure, calculate dimensions, and ensure accuracy in all tasks.
• Assisting with materials handling and lifting awkward items.
• Available to complete a site delivery/deliveries as and when required.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in woodworking, joinery and assembly practises is essential.
• Knowledge of workshop machinery and hand tools is essential.
• A full UK Driving licence is essential.
• Strong organisational skills and accuracy.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic maths skills suitable for measurements and calculations involved in manufacturing tasks.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for career development within a joinery work environment.

You must live in the local area and be eligible to work in the UK in a full-time permanent position.