Skilled Operator

About the role

The Skilled Operator reports to the Manufacturing Team Leader and is responsible for final product assembly, testing and non‑destructive examination (NDE). The role involves travel to UK, overseas and offshore sites to carry out service and maintenance contracts.

Key responsibilities

• Control all manufacturing activities, ensuring assembly and testing meet required timescales and quality standards.
• Operate machinery safely after receiving the necessary training.
• Maintain quality throughout the production process and manage non‑productive time.
• Support factory maintenance programmes and keep the work area clean and organised.
• Assist with packing, stores and paint areas as needed.
• Travel to offshore installations for service/maintenance, completing required offshore survival training and medicals.
• Work overtime when required to meet customer and company deadlines.

Required profile

• Strong industrial experience in a similar role or as a time‑served apprentice.
• Mechanical engineering background – HNC or higher preferred.
• Highly organised with excellent communication and time‑management abilities.
• Minimum three years of relevant experience.
• Valid right to work in the UK.

Required skills

• Machinery operation
• Assembly techniques
• Testing procedures
• Non‑Destructive Examination (NDE)
• Mechanical engineering knowledge

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• Performance bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) with holiday buy‑sell option
• Pension scheme
• Life cover
• Employee Assistance Program
• Digital benefits covering health, wealth and lifestyle