Workshop Assistant

Workshop Assistant – Creative & Practical Role

Salary: £26,500 per annum

Bright Hire Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a small, artistic business looking for a reliable, practical and hands-on Workshop Assistant to join its team.
This is a varied role for someone who enjoys working with their hands, has an interest in creative projects and is happy taking on a mixture of practical workshop duties. You’ll work alongside the manager, helping with the day-to-day running of the workshop and preparing a range of items for reuse and display.

The role will include:

Checking in deliveries, handling goods and organising storage.
Cleaning and preparing items for reuse.
Painting and refreshing blackboards.
Framing mirrors, with training provided.
Loading and unloading vehicles, including pictures, plants and memorabilia.
Carrying out general DIY, workshop and maintenance tasks.
Providing support with other duties as required.
Helping oversee the day-to-day running of the workshop when the manager is on holiday, with guidance and support.About you
We’re looking for someone who is conscientious, dependable and takes pride in doing a job properly. You’ll need a practical approach, a responsible attitude and the confidence to use your initiative.
Ideally, you will have:

Some DIY skills, craft-making ability or practical workshop experience.
An interest in art, interiors, antiques or creative projects.
A willingness to learn new skills, including mirror framing.
Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
The ability to handle and move goods safely.
A full, clean driving licence and the ability to meet the relevant vehicle insurance requirements.Previous experience in a similar role is useful but not essential, as training will be provided for certain tasks. Reliability, enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in are what matter most.

What’s on offer?

Salary of £26,500 per annum.
A varied, hands-on role in a small creative business.
The opportunity to learn new practical skills.
A supportive working environment with scope to take on additional responsibility.If you’re practical, creative and looking for a role where no two days are quite the same, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed