Trainee Metalworker
14 days ago
East Grinstead
Trainee Metalwork Opportunity - East GrinsteadSalary: £27,000 - £28,000 DOELloyd Recruitment Services are working with an excellent local client who is looking for a Trainee Metalworker to join their friendly and well-established manufacturing team near East Grinstead.This is an entry-level role, working for a leading metal fabrications company. \n You don't need previous experience - just a practical approach, enthusiasm to learn, and a great attitude. Full training will be provided. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Learn how to operate and set up machinery used in metal fabrication and production\n, • Use guillotines and press brakes to cut and shape sheet metal\n, • Help fabricate components following technical drawings\n, • Use hand tools (grinders, drills, jigsaws) as part of the production process\n, • Work from engineering drawings and manager instructions\n, • Support team members to meet production goals and deadlines\n, • Help with packing, dispatch, and loading when required\n, • Maintain tools and equipment, keeping your work area tidy and safe\n, • Follow all workshop safety and quality procedures\n\n What We're Looking For: \n\n • Good basic maths skills (GCSE Grade 4 minimum or equivalent)\n, • Practical, hands-on approach and willingness to learn new skills\n, • Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work\n, • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (due to location)\n, • Any previous workshop, manufacturing, or technical experience is a bonus - but not essential\n\n What's in it for you? \n\n • Salary £27K - £28K DOE\n, • Full training and support provided\n, • Working hours Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm\n, • 21 days paid annual leave plus Bank Holidays\n, • Company pension scheme\n, • Free onsite parking\n, • Corporate clothing and PPE provided\n, • Occasional opportunities for overtime\n\n If you're practical, reliable, and excited to start your engineering career, we'd love to hear from you! \n Extra Information: \n\n • Refer a friend and earn up to £500 (see website for details).\n, • Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don't hear from us within 5 days, please assume you have not been successful.\n, • By applying, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services' Privacy and GDPR Policy (see website).\n\n Lloyd Recruitment Services acts as an employment agency for this vacancy and is an equal opportunity employer.