About this role
Just Recruitment is pleased to be working with a well-established creative business near Colchester to find a reliable and practical Workshop Assistant to join their team.
This is a hands-on and varied opportunity for someone with a practical mindset, a keen eye for detail and an interest in arts, crafts and DIY, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the workshop alongside the manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Receiving, checking and organising incoming goods, ensuring items are stored safely and correctly.
- Cleaning and preparing items for reuse.
- Painting and maintaining blackboards.
- Framing mirrors, with training provided.
- Loading and unloading vehicles, handling items such as pictures, plants and memorabilia.
- Assisting with general workshop duties and other tasks as required.
- Providing support with the running of the business and stepping up to cover the manager during holidays, with appropriate guidance.
About You
- A full, clean driving license is essential, with a minimum age requirement potentially applying for vehicle insurance purposes.
- Practical DIY skills and an aptitude for craft-based work.
- An interest in art, design or creative projects would be advantageous.
- A responsible, conscientious and proactive approach to work.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to handle goods carefully.
- Physically capable of carrying out manual handling tasks, including loading and unloading items.
- Reliable, adaptable and comfortable working closely with the manager.
- Able to use initiative and take on additional responsibility when required.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, varied work in a creative working environment.
Monday - Friday
8.30m - 17.30pm