Trainee Workshop Assistant with FLT licence
Tonbridge | £25,000 – £32,000 DOE | Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 6:30am – 4pm, Monday to Friday (overtime available on evenings/Saturday mornings)
Points of Contact at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment: Emily & Sammy
Are you practical, hands-on, and love working with tools? Do you enjoy tinkering with cars or bikes and want to turn that passion into a career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy fabrication workshop where no two days are the same.
We’re looking for someone energetic and motivated to support a skilled team in metal fabrication. You’ll get full training, real career progression, and the chance to learn a specialist trade in a friendly, supportive environment.
What you’ll be doing:
Assisting with fabrication processes and learning to use a wide range of tools and machinery
Reading and working from basic technical drawings
Measuring materials accurately and carrying out quality checks
Supporting with spray-painting, fettling, and other workshop tasks
Keeping the workshop tidy and safe at all times
Working to productivity and quality standards alongside experienced fabricators
Operating an FLT Counterbalance truck – a valid national licence and proven experience are essential
What we’re looking for:
Some hands-on experience (maybe from a workshop, garage, or even personal projects with cars/bikes)
A valid, in date, national counterbalance licence with certification
Ability to read technical drawings or a willingness to learn quickly
Physically fit and comfortable with manual, practical work
A positive, can-do attitude and strong attention to detail
Keen to build a long-term career in fabrication with training and development provided
Own transport (due to location and early starts)
Why apply?
Clear progression path to a skilled Fabricator role
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive, close-knit team environment
Secure, well-established business with great reputation
Immediate interviews available – this role is urgent!
If you’re looking for a hands-on role where you can turn your passion for mechanics and making things into a career, apply now for immediate consideration