Trainee Fabrication Operative; FLT

Position: Trainee Fabrication Operative (FLT) (Permanent)
Location: Claygate

Trainee Fabrication Operative 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

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role.

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