Location
Poole, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
18/06/2026
Closing date
16/07/2026
Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator / Workshop Operative | Poole | £30,000
You take pride in precision work. You know your way around a press brake, you hold yourself to a high standard, and you want a role that recognises that. This is a permanent position with a well-established business in the construction and architectural metalwork sector, offering real stability, strong benefits, and genuine investment in your development.
As a Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator / Workshop Operative, you will benefit from:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, including a Christmas shutdown
* Private health and dental care
* Generous pension scheme
* Discretionary year-end bonus
* Supported training and development opportunities to advance your skills
As a Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator / Workshop Operative, your responsibilities will include:
* Operating press brakes, guillotines, and CNC machinery to produce metal trims and flashings to specification
* Reading and interpreting technical drawings to fulfil standard and bespoke customer orders
* Maintaining equipment and your working environment to a clean, safe, and organised standard
* Assisting with goods-in and stock allocation, including unloading delivery vehicles
* Supporting across all areas of the workshop as required, including powder coating and pre-treatment
As a Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator / Workshop Operative, your experience will include:
* A proven background in sheet metal fabrication , with hands-on experience of press brakes and guillotines
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to technical drawings
* A solid understanding of Health and Safety in a workshop environment
* Good communication skills and a reliable, can-do approach
* Experience with CNC turret punch or fibre laser cutting machinery is desirable
* A forklift licence is advantageous but not essential
If you are a skilled Sheet Metal Press Brake Operator / Workshop Operative looking for a stable, long-term position where your craftsmanship is valued and your career can grow, this is the role for you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Ben Glover at Rubicon for more information.