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Assembly Operative

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 31,000 - 34,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hook

Expire in: 3 hours

Job Description

Assembly Operative

 Location: Hook, Hampshire (RG29)

 Salary: £31,(Apply online only) – £34,(Apply online only) per annum

⏰ Hours: Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 17:00

 Start Date: Interviewing immediately

Join Our Assembly Team

Conquip Engineering Group is seeking a reliable and hard-working Assembly Operative to join our busy manufacturing team in Hook. This hands-on role involves assembling plant and machinery used within the construction industry. You will work as part of a skilled team, building equipment to meet the weekly production schedule whilst maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced production environment. Forklift experience is essential, as material handling and vehicle loading form a key part of the role. We welcome applications from candidates currently working in engineering workshops, manufacturing environments, fabrication shops, construction equipment suppliers, or similar mechanical assembly roles seeking a stable, long-term opportunity.

Forklift & Yard Work

This role involves regular forklift operation to move materials around the yard and workshop, as well as loading vehicles for delivery.

You will be operating equipment such as:

3-tonne JCB counterbalance forklift
8-tonne Combi-Lift (training provided)
Experience working in busy yards or warehouse environments is highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

As an Assembly Operative, your duties will include:

Assembling mechanical and non-mechanical plant and machinery used within the construction sector
Fitting components, materials and parts to equipment
Carrying out basic hydraulic fitting and assembly
Supporting basic electrical work
Maintaining a clean and organised workshop and warehouse
Loading vehicles and moving materials using forklift trucks
Collaborating with the wider team to meet weekly production schedules
Troubleshooting and resolving assembly issues as they arise
Adhering to all company health & safety policies and procedures
You will be on your feet throughout the day, working closely with colleagues to ensure production targets are consistently achieved.

What This Role Requires

Essential forklift experience
A practical, hands-on approach to work
Ability to work efficiently in a busy production environment
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Good organisation and attention to detail
A positive attitude with a willingness to solve problems
Reliability and the ability to work to production schedules
Successful candidates will also demonstrate behaviours aligned with Conquip’s Five Core Values.

Why Join Conquip?

Conquip Engineering Group is a leading UK manufacturer, supplying engineered equipment to major construction and infrastructure projects nationwide. Joining our team means becoming part of a business that values teamwork, practical skills, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work, operating forklifts, and being part of a dynamic production environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing company. Training will be provided where required, particularly around machinery and equipment.

To be considered for this key vacancy, please apply directly to this advert, or reach out to our Head of Recruitment for further information, 

Team Conquip

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