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Temporary

Sheet Metal Worker

South West Recruitment
Ferndown
money-bag £14.50/hour
Posted: 17 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 15 August 2026
Ref: 225381835

Location: Ferndown, Dorset
Job Type: Ongoing Temporary (with the opportunity to become permanent)
Salary: £14.50 per hour with occasional overtime paid at 1.5x
Hours: 39 hours per week, Days
Monday - Thursday: 7.30am - 4.45pm
Friday: 7.30am - 12.30pm

We are recruiting for an ongoing Temporary Sheet Metal Worker to join a well-established and respected precision engineering manufacturer based in Ferndown, Dorset.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy production team manufacturing high-quality precision engineered components for a range of demanding industries. The role is ongoing temporary, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate based on performance and business requirements.

If you have experience working with sheet metal and take pride in producing quality work to exacting standards, we''d like to hear from you.

The Role

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will be responsible for manufacturing and assembling precision sheet metal components, ensuring all work is completed accurately and to a high standard.

Your duties will include:

  • Manufacturing and fabricating sheet metal components from engineering drawings.
  • Cutting, folding, forming and assembling sheet metal parts.
  • Operating a range of sheet metal machinery and hand tools.
  • Carrying out drilling, tapping, countersinking and other finishing operations where required.
  • Checking components against drawings and quality standards.
  • Working with a variety of materials including stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel.
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.
  • Working closely with production and quality teams to meet manufacturing deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Previous experience working as a Sheet Metal Worker within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
  • The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Experience using sheet metal machinery and associated hand tools.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • A reliable and flexible attitude towards work.

What''s on Offer

  • £14.50 per hour with overtime paid at 1.5x.
  • Ongoing temporary position with the opportunity to secure a permanent role depending on performance & business levels.
  • Monday to Friday days, with an early finish on Fridays.
  • Modern manufacturing environment.
  • Ongoing training and support.
  • Excellent opportunity to develop your career with a successful engineering company.

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your latest CV and we will be in touch in due course. If you would like further information before applying, please contact Alan for a confidential discussion.

 

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