Engineering Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Working in the manufacturing area to include operation of manual Mills and lathe, moving on to operation of CNC mills and lathes. On site training will be given in the production of a variety of components for classic cars.
The manufacture of components to a high standard. manual and CNC machining of components operating and loading CNC mills and lathe some assembly work cleaning down machines and work area General engineering duties as required.
Hours: 40.00 per week
About the employer:
Ashwater, manufactures components into the classic car sector. Supplying mostly to the 'trade', we sell into both the U.K and world markets: Predominantly into Australasia, North America and the USA. We share our facility with our sister company, Zeus Engineering, which manufactures braking components into the same sector. Having recently celebrated our 40th anniversary, the company has a reputation for high quality components produced using both traditional and modern engineering technology.
Requirements and Prospects:
APTITUDE FOR ENGINEERING, ABILITY TO TAKE AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTION. LEVEL 4 MATHS AND ENGLISH. ABLE TO WORK IN WORKSHOP ENVIRONMENT. GOOD TIME KEEPING AND ATTENDANCE ESSENTIAL.
ENJOY WORKING AS PART OF A TEAM. ENJOY PROBLEM SOLVING AND ENGINEERING CHALLENGES. UNDERSTAND THE OPPORTUNITIES AND BENEFITS OF LEARNING FROM EXPERIENCED STAFF. HARD WORKING.
The company encompasses a broad range of skills. The opportunity to learn CNC programming, is fully supported. Dependent upon individual ability, involvement in new product development, is actively encouraged as is the pursuit of further qualifications.
Training Provided:
While learning on the job, you will work towards gaining and Engineering Operative qualification with Exeter College.
Additional Information:
Grade 4/C in English and Maths or equivalent.
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: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Engineering Operative roles across Exeter College ApprenticeshipsAshwater Forge and Foundry 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 Colleges & Universities.
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 £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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