Trainee Fabricator
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Position Overview & Specifications
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Purple Granite have been trading since 2010 and, since then, we have seen our business grow more and more. We pride ourselves on supplying the best value stone worktops without compromising quality. We supply to the kitchen, shop fitting and building trade as well as direct to the public.
Due to our ongoing growth, we have an outstanding opportunity for a Trainee Fabricator within our well-established Fabrication Team. This opportunity would be perfect for someone looking to join a reliable and hard-working team with a view to developing their skill set and progressing through the company.
CORE DUITES
The Trainee Fabricator will be primarily involved with the day-to-day fabrication of worktops. This will include the use of hand tools and machinery. Full on the job training will be provided along with specialised job relevant external training.
Training will be provided for the following duties.
- Fabrication of solid stone worktops
- Accurate and efficient use of specific hand tools
- Accurate understanding of worktop templates and related paperwork
- Effective and safe lifting of materials
- Ensuring that all fabrication is completed within required timescales dictated by the working schedule.
- Completing all pre-operational checklists and maintenance logs for machinery and tools.
- Assist with the general maintenance and housekeeping of the yard and staff areas. Including the cleaning out of machines and fabrication area.
- Completion of detailed quality control on all worktops fabricated.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Forklift licence desirable but not essential.
- Strong Attention to Detail.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to work without supervision.
- Ability to receive direction and training from all Managers.
- Excellent Time Management Skills and flexibility.
- Driven to learn and progress within the trade.
The position will be based in Kidderminster and working Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm. During busier periods overtime and weekend work is available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £18,525.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TF
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Fabricator roles across Purple Granite Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,525 - £18,525 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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