Sheet Metal Worker
Construction Jobs ⫽ Sheet Metal Worker
Reading, Berkshire
£35,000 - £40,000
Permanent, Full time
Desirable Skills
Sheet Metal Work, Sheet Metal Cutting, Sheet Metal Bending
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Job description
About the Role
Our client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sheet Metal Worker to join their team in Reading. You'll play a key role in fabricating, cutting, bending, and assembling sheet metal components to support their bespoke engineering and acoustic control solutions. Further training and development are offered aiming to have a better understanding of the business and potentially progressing towards becoming a supervisor or Factory Manager.
Key Responsibilities
· Accurately interpret and work from technical drawings, blueprints, and job specifications.
· Measure, mark out, cut, bend, form, and assemble sheet metal components using presses, brakes, shears, rollers, guillotines, and hand tools.
· Work to precise tolerances and uphold high standards of craftsmanship and finish.
· Conduct quality inspections and ensure compliance with ISO9001 or equivalent quality standards.
· Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workshop environment, following health and safety protocols.
· Suggest process improvements and collaborate with team members to enhance productivity.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
· Proven experience in sheet metal fabrication, including experience with a range of machinery (press brake, rollers, guillotines, shears).
· Competent in reading and interpreting technical drawings and engineering specifications.
· Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high-quality workmanship.
· Good time-management skills and reliability.