Metal Shop Systems Operator/ Forklift Driver

Job post summary Date posted: 30 April 2026 Pay: £15.50-£23.25 per hour Job Description: Location: Bathgate (EH48 2FU) Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30, Friday 06:00 – 13.00 Rate: From basic £15.50 per hour + overtime rate from £23.25 per hour Reports to: Engineering Plant Manager The Role Due to increased demand for our client's products and internal reorganisation, we have an opportunity for a Systems Operator to join our main metal fabrication facility in Bathgate. This role is key to supporting our team of Fabricator/Welders by ensuring materials are prepared, handled, and processed efficiently within the workshop. Key Responsibilities Loading and unloading materials * Operating a horizontal bandsaw to cut materials to specification * Selecting, measuring, and preparing materials for fabrication * Prepping and painting steps, tanks, and associated components * Mechanical build-up of sub-assemblies * Checking and preparing steelwork (new and existing) for the paint process * Storing components safely and maintaining a tidy, organised depot * Operating forklift trucks (counterbalance and sideloader) as required About You Experience working in a fast-paced engineering or workshop environment * Valid forklift certificate (essential), ideally with counterbalance and sideloader experience * Strong awareness of health and safety practices * Reliable, hardworking, and flexible approach to work * Ability to work as part of a team and support multiple functions within the workshop What We Offer Competitive hourly rate dependent on experience * Overtime paid at premium rates * 31 days holiday (including public holidays) * Company pension scheme * Life insurance (2x salary) * Accident and life cover (via B&CE) * Discounted gym membership * Access to Employee Assistance Programme Interested ? Please forward CV in the first instance