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Workshop Assistant

  • Slough, Berkshire
  • Permanent
  • Aug 26, 2026

Workshop Assistant

£26,000 - £28,000 + Full Training + Overtime + Progression + Private Healthcare
Site-based | Commutable to Slough

Do you have a basic mechanical background and enjoy hands-on work- using tools, assembling parts, or helping out in a workshop/garage environment? Are you looking for an entry-level role with full training, overtime, and clear long-term progression?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a close-knit, family-run manufacturer where you'll be trained from the ground up, working on bespoke equipment while developing practical mechanical and engineering skills.

This company designs and manufactures specialist products for the defence and marine sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an enthusiastic Workshop Assistant to join their workshop team.

This is a Monday to Friday, days-based position. You'll support the build, assembly, and preparation of components and products, learning directly from experienced engineers. There are overtime opportunities to increase earnings and genuine progression into more skilled mechanical roles.

The Role:

  • Full on-the-job workshop training provided
  • Assisting with mechanical build and assembly of bespoke products
  • Using hand tools and basic workshop equipment (training provided)
  • Monday to Friday, days-based role
  • Overtime and progression available

The Person:

  • Some mechanical exposure (e.g., garage/workshop, assembly, maintenance, fitting, fabrication, DIY/mechanical hobbies)
  • Comfortable using hand tools (or keen to learn quickly)
  • Practical, hands-on, reliable attitude
  • Commutable to Slough
  • Looking to build a long-term career in mechanical engineering/manufacturing


Reference Number: BBBH278456

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact us directly.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reference Number: BBBH278456_1787733990
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Slough, Berkshire

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£26,000 - £28,000 per annum

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Permanent

Job Type

Engineering

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Reference Number

26 Aug 2026

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