Factory Operative - Roof Truss
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Position Overview & Specifications
Who will you be working for?
This is a unique opportunity to join a leading timber frame manufacturing and erection company. Based in Margate, the business is well established and has a large diverse customer base throughout the United Kingdom.
What will you be doing?
You will be part of a team manufacturing roof trusses, under the guidance of the factory manager. General duties including but not limited to.
- Keeping working areas clean and tidy
- Picking materials
- Sorting and packing materials
- Following H&S procedures
- Maintain good quality control
- Using tools (skill saw, nail gun, hammer)
- Using machinery (Truss Press)
About you?
- Previous experience in similar sector ideal
- Ability to work well with others and independently
- Good time keeping and dependability
- Able to work overtime when required
- Good verbal communication skills
- Able to read basic manufacturing drawings
Working hours
07.00 - 16.00 (Monday-Thursday)
07:00 – 12:00 (Friday)
Overtime available
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £6.83-£11.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
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 Factory Operative - Roof Truss roles across Roe Timber Frame'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 £7 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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