Reed Specialist Recruitment
Machine Operative
Machine Operative at Reed Specialist Recruitment, based in Ashford, Kent, paying £25,000 - £29,999 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £25,000 - £29,999 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Ashford, Kent
- Closing date
- Sector
- Machine Operator
- Temp to perm
6% below the typical rate for machine operator
Reference 5419298869
About the role
Job Title: Machine Operative Location: Outskirts of Ashford (own transport required due to location) Contract Type: Temporary to permanent after 12 weeks Salary: 13.60 per hour, plus overtime available paid at higher rates! Working Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:45pm, Friday: 8:00am – 4:15pm Role Overview: We are seeking a Machine Operative to join our client's team. In this role, you will be operating machinery and saws to cut wood. This position involves manual handling and heavy lifting, so physical fitness is essential. Key Responsibilities: Inspecting wood to make sure it meets quality standards.Using saws and machinery to cut wood down to size.What We're Looking For: Comfortable with physical, hands–on work and able to lift up to 25kg.Previous experience in machinery, assembly, production, woodworking, or general labouring is advantageous.Safety boots and hi–vis clothing are required.Must be comfortable wearing a mask.Benefits – working as a temporary PAYE employee through Reed gives you access to an excellent range of benefits, including: 5.6 weeks' annual leave (pro rata).Pension scheme with employer contributions.Access to low–cost healthcare insurance / Health Cash Plan.Reed Discount Club, giving you savings and special offers with leading retailers, including discounted cinema tickets.Sick pay.Maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay, subject to eligibility.Your own dedicated Reed consultant providing support throughout your assignment.Easy online access to timesheets, payslips, holiday requests and pay historyIf this sounds like the role for you, apply today! If you application is successful, you will be contacted by a Reed consultant within 48 hours
Reference: 5419298869 · Posted 6 days ago · Closes 3 Dec 2026 · Listed via Reed Specialist Recruitment
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