Engineering Operative

Posting date:	20 January 2026
Salary:	£14 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	19 February 2026
Location:	s65
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Winner Recruitment
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	rothcnc-32653

Summary

Engineering Operative

Rotherham, England
£14.00 per hour + night shift allowance

About the Role

On behalf of our client, we are recruiting Engineering Operatives to join a busy production facility based in Rotherham. This is a full-time, permanent position operating on a rotating shift pattern within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment.

Shift Patterns:

• Days:
  Monday to Thursday 06:00 – 14:00
  Friday 06:00 – 12:30

  
  

• Afternoons:
  Monday to Thursday 13:00 – 21:00
  Friday 12:00 – 18:30

  
  

• Nights:
  Monday to Thursday 20:30 – 06:00
  Friday 18:00 – 03:00
  (Night shift allowance applies)

  
  Key Responsibilities

  • Processing computer-generated orders involving repetitive handling and lifting of heavy or large items

    
    

  • Accurately recording stock movement and usage

    
    

  • Identifying materials and using measuring equipment

    
    

  • Operating production and engineering machinery including CNC-controlled equipment

    
    

  • Moving materials using forklifts and overhead cranes (training provided if required)

    
    

  • Supporting production and dispatch activities

    
    

  • Working effectively both independently and as part of a team

    
    

  • Maintaining high standards of health and safety

    
    

  • Being flexible to meet operational requirements

    
    Pay & Benefits

    • £14.00 per hour Increase after Trainining

      
      

    • Night shift allowance

      
      

    • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

      
      

    • Pension scheme

      
      

    • Life assurance

      
      

    • Cycle to work scheme

      
      

    • Employee discount scheme

      
      

    • Access to health and wellbeing support

      
      

    • Training and development opportunities

      
      About You

      • Previous experience in an engineering, manufacturing, or production environment

        
        

      • Mechanically minded with good attention to detail

        
        

      • Comfortable working with machinery or learning CNC-based processes

        
        

      • Reliable, flexible, and team-focused

        
        

      • Strong health and safety awareness

        
        

      • Experience with forklifts, cranes, or similar equipment is advantageous but not essential

        
        Why Apply?

        This role offers a stable, long-term opportunity within a well-established operation, competitive hourly pay, shift allowances, and opportunities to develop engineering and manufacturing skills.