Workshop Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
About Rinicom
Rinicom Ltd. is an award-winning SME based in the centre of Lancaster, specialising in advanced wireless communications and video processing across the rail, maritime, security and defence sectors. In addition to our commercial work, we have a strong focus on R&D and innovation.
We’re currently recruiting for a workshop assistant to support our engineering and production teams. This is an entry-level role and on-the-job training will be provided as necessary.
About you
We’re looking for someone who’s keen to learn, with a “hands on” attitude to the job. You’ll be able to work independently, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Desirable skills/experience:
- Soldering experience
- Electronics and/ or production assembly experience
- Ability to read engineering drawings and electrical schematics
- Microsoft Office
About the role
As a Workshop Assistant, you’ll perform a wide range of tasks, including soldering and repair of PCBs, soldering and/or crimping cable assemblies, assembly of electrical and mechanical systems, and assisting with in-house rapid prototyping processes, such as 3D printing and desktop CNC milling.
Main responsibilities:
- Electronics and production assembly work from drawings and other instructions
- Supporting the Engineering team with design and development work
- Product testing and recording results
- Maintaining a safe and clean working environment, in line with our health and safety policies
Salary: up to £20,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Schedule: 37.5 hours Monday to Friday (flexible hours)
Benefits:
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
- NEST pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Location within walking distance from the city centre and railway station
- Cycle to work scheme
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Rinicom Ltd, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and safe workplace for everyone. If you are excited about this role but your experience and/or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway; you might still be a good fit for our growing business!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £20,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lancaster: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Workshop Assistant
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 Workshop Assistant roles across Rinicom 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 £20,000 - £20,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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