General Operative (Fabrication)

Company: Kane
Apply for the General Operative (Fabrication)
Location: Banbridge
Job Description:

Kane Group are an established, and successful multi-disciplinary building-services solution contractor, with our Head Office based in Banbridge, Northern Ireland.

We’re an innovative, forward-thinking company with continued steady growth serving residential, hospitality, education, commercial and healthcare sectors with offices in Northern Ireland, London, Birmingham, Glasgow and the Republic of Ireland.

We are seeking a General Operativebased inBanbridge to be part of our growing team.

| KEY RESPONSIBILITIES |?

  • Assist fabrication operatives with the preparation of steel and pipework, including cutting, measuring, and material handling
  • Support workshop activities to ensure smooth and efficient production processes
  • Operate a variety of workshop machinery and equipment (onsite training provided)
  • Handle, move, and store materials safely within the workshop environment
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working area in line with company standards
  • Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines to ensure a safe and productive workshop environment
  • Work collaboratively as part of the fabrication team to meet production targets and deadlines
  • Follow instructions from supervisors and senior operatives to complete tasks accurately and efficiently
  • Undertake any other duties, within reason and capability, as directed by the Production Supervisor

| QUALIFICATION |

Desirable

  • ?Forklift Licence?

| EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE |

Essential

  • Previous experience in a workshop, manufacturing, or construction environment
  • Basic understanding of hand and power tools
  • Awareness of Health and Safety practices within a workshop environment

Desirable

  • Previous experience working with stainless steel pipework?

| ABILITIES & SKILLS |Essential

  • ??Able to work effectively on own initiative as well as under supervision.
  • ???Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
  • ??Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • ??Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced workshop environment
  • ??Dependable and punctual, with a strong commitment to work
  • ?Comfortable performing a range of manual handling duties within a workshop environment
  • ?Willingness to learn and develop new skills within a fabrication environment

| COMPANY BENEFITS |

  • Cash Health Plan to include Employee Assistance Programme
  • 4 x Salary Death in Service cover
  • Auto Enrolment Company Pension scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
  • Company Sick Pay Scheme, which is available upon successful completion of probation, and increases with service
  • Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
  • Paid professional subscriptions
  • Variety of employee discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Branded clothing
  • Active Social and Wellbeing Committees
  • Annual Health Checks
  • Full use of onsite state of the art gym
  • Awards for long service
  • Additional annual leave based on length of service
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Free Onsite parking

Kane is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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Posted: September 15th, 2026