Workshop Operative

Essential Designs (N I) Ltd

Employer Location: LONDONDERRY

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Workshop Operative to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this role, you will be integral to the assembly, maintenance, and quality assurance of various products within our workshop environment. Your hands-on skills and technical knowledge will help ensure smooth operations, efficient workflow, and high standards of safety and quality. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to develop their skillset in a fast-paced, supportive setting where every contribution counts. Join us as a Workshop Operative and become part of a vibrant team dedicated to craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement. Your technical skills will contribute directly to our success while providing valuable experience in a thriving industry.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the assembly of doors/ frames.
  • Assist in edgebanding & press of doors as required.
  • Mitre, assemble & fit glazing beads.
  • Fitting doors stops.
  • Assist other employees as/when requested.
  • Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to assemble according to specifications.
  • Assist in the assembly of joinery items if required.
  • Sanding & preparing joinery items prior to spraying.
  • Assist in operating woodworking machines as required.
  • Ensuring all finished jobs are to a high standard of quality.
  • Packaging goods for dispatch.
  • Follow safety protocols diligently during all tasks, reporting any hazards or incidents immediately.
  • Maintain accurate records of work completed and any issues encountered during operations.
  • Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot assembly problems and improve processes.
  • Training will be provided prior to use of any machinery.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Workshop experience.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.
  • Ability to follow instructions precisely and work efficiently in a team setting.

Desirable Skills

  • Joinery experience
  • Practical experience within a joinery workshop preferred.

Further Information

Benefits: Company pension. Health & wellbeing programme. On-site parking. Private medical insurance.

Vacancy ID
1788299
Job ref.
WO2026
Job Sector
Construction, Trades and Architecture
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Castledawson
Salary
Hourly to be confirmed.
No. vacancies
2
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
38
Published date
21/09/2026
Closing date
21/10/2026
Worktime
8am-4.30pm Monday to Thursday. 7am-2.45pm Friday

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