Metalwork Fabricator/ Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Metal Work Operative
Alitex make Aluminium top-quality greenhouses for customers all over the world.
We are looking for a Metal Fabricator Operative to join our team.
We are happy to help people develop the necessary skills, but you must be hard working and reliable.
Welding and fabrication experience preferred but not essential.
Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum depending on experience.
- The position is full time. 5 days/week,
Mon – Thurs 07:30 – 16:30, Fri 07:30 – 14:00
- The position is based near Petersfield in Hampshire, please only apply if you are willing and able to work in this location - your own transport is essential.
- Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
- 22 days holiday per annum, extending to 24 after 1 year’s service.
Role & Responsibilities
- This job role involves preparing aluminium extrusions.
- Preparing the aluminium products for powder coating.
- Using hand & power tools to achieve the desired finish for the powder coating process.
- General support across other areas within the workshop.
Skills Desirable but not Essential
- Use of hand or power tools for metal finishing.
Working for Alitex
At Alitex we are passionate about all that grows – this means that whilst we take great pride in our product & service, we are also absolutely committed to providing a great working environment and taking each member of the team on a development journey.
We run the business via the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) – which provides clarity of purpose, direction, process, progress and communication throughout the organisation.
Other items of note
- Alitex is based in a rural location near Petersfield in Hampshire, with limited access to public transport.
- You will have monthly development meetings with your line Manager, specifically to consider & plan your personal development.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free fitness classes
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Petersfield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Fabrication: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Metalwork Fabricator/ Operative roles across Alitex'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 General.
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 £25,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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