Engineering Operative

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Engineering Operative based in Binley, Coventry. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive hourly rate of £10.50 per hour depending on skills & experience. This will be reviewed after successful completion of the probationary period.

About us:

Wickman Coventry Ltd is an OEM Machine tool design and manufacturing company now in its 98th year. We produce a specialised range of Multi-Spindle CNC and Automatic Lathes from our factory based in Coventry that are distributed to customers globally.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Engineering Operative to join a dynamic, ambitious and fast-paced company with a diverse range of work on offer to a bright and enthusiastic individual.

Benefits we offer:

• A competitive hourly rate of £10.50 per hour depending on skills & experience. This will be reviewed after successful completion of the probationary period
• Overtime opportunities (overtime is paid at premium rates)
• 32 days holiday (inc statutory holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Life Insurance Cover
• Cycle to work scheme

Your responsibilities as our Engineering Operative will include:

• Assisting in stripping down machines using hand tools
• General site and building maintenance
• Assisting in all areas of the production process under supervision
• Moving heavy machinery and equipment with mechanical handling equipment (training will be given)
• Preparing machines/equipment for shipping
• Supporting of loading of machines into containers
• Manual handling tasks
• Warehouse/Stores holiday cover (training will be given)
• Collections and deliveries in company vehicles

What we’re looking for in our Engineering Operative:

• A positive attitude and a demonstrable willingness to learn
• Always have Health and Safety considerations for themselves and their work colleagues in mind
• Confident and can work using your own initiative both independently and as a team
• Able to work towards deadlines and prioritise workload effectively
• Some general DIY skills
• An interest/experience in mechanical engineering but not essential
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity
• The ability to lift and move weights up to 25 kilos
• It is essential that the applicant holds a clean full UK driving licence
• Experience in using an overhead crane (desirable but not essential)
• Fork lift truck driving licence (desirable but not essential)

If you’re looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Engineering Operative, we look forward to hearing from you!