At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate steel machinery and assist in material handling and processing.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in the heavy industry sector.
- Benefits: Permanent contract, company pension scheme, and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy weekends off and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment with ongoing training.
- Qualifications: FLT licence and experience, overhead crane skills, and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
As a General / Straightening Operative you will be expected to perform a number of duties as per the business requirements, which include:
- Operating of straightening and camber presses
- Overhead crane / ForkLift / Side Loader movements
- Unload stock material ready for processing / fabrication
- Load processed and fabricated material
- Assisting in the operating of T splitting manual machine
- Yard movements of steel stock (plates/beams/columns)
- Internal material movement using overhead crane
- Occasional use of handheld power tools (grinder/drill)
- General housekeeping yard and workshop upkeep
About You: This position requires a positive and enthusiastic individual with a keen eye for detail, assessing special rolled sections and structural sections, straightening these within tolerances using GAG presses and Overhead cranes. Full ongoing training is given, you will be able to follow clear instructions and work as part of a team to achieve set tasks and targets. The successful candidate will be physically fit and familiar working in a fast-paced heavy industry environment. The individual must have a flexible and dynamic approach to working hours and be willing and able to commit to overtime when required.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Fork Lift Truck Licence (B1 / B3) and have a minimum of 1 year’s fork lift driving experience
- Overhead Crane experience
- Side Loader Licence (C1) (desirable)
- Experience in the steel industry, with an understanding of material specifications and dimensions (desirable)
- Must have strong written and spoken English.
- You will have excellent time keeping, positive attitude, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Working Hours:
- Monday – Thursday
- 2pm - 12pm
- Overtime is available during the week and occasional weekends
- Permanent contract after successful probation period.
- Company pension scheme.
Please note: this position will initially be on days whilst training - 6-2 / 8-4 and will then go on to a permanent 2-12 Monday-Thursday shift having Friday, Saturdays and Sundays off.
Work Location: In person
Steel operative with FLT in Scunthorpe employer: Tom Orange Recruitment Ltd
Join our team as a General Operative and experience a supportive work culture that values reliability and proactivity. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for personal growth, and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards, all within a dynamic environment that encourages teamwork and efficiency. Located in a thriving area, our company provides a unique advantage with easy access to local amenities and a strong community spirit.
Contact Details:
Tom Orange Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
