Assembly Operative

Randstad · Belfast, Northern Ireland

Assembly Operative at Randstad, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Contract
Permanent
Posted
16 hours ago
Closes
24 Sep 2026
Sector
Assembly

Reference PR-1539540

About the role

Assembly Operative - 4-Day Work Week (Monday-Thursday) - Belfast

Ditch the 5-day grind and claim every Friday as your own. Randstad has partnered with Caterpillar at their world-class Springvale facility in Belfast to recruit Assembly Operatives. Earn industry-leading pay, build high-spec machinery, and enjoy a guaranteed 3-day weekend-every single week.

Why Join Us?

Imagine getting all your hours done in just four days, leaving your Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays completely free. At Caterpillar's Springvale Business Park facility in Belfast, you'll work alongside an industry-leading team in a modern, safety-first environment, building world-renowned machinery while advancing your career with Randstad.

Responsibilities:
  • Assemble high-quality axles and transmissions according to standard work instructions.
  • Perform routine functionality tests, analyze malfunctions, and carry out repairs.
  • Assist in calibrating and repairing measuring equipment, logging data into databases.
  • Strictly comply with site safety, quality standards, and 5S business improvement programs.
  • Support additional manufacturing and operational duties as required.
Qualifications:
  • Previous assembly or mechanical experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Ability to follow detailed procedures, verbal instructions, and standard engineering drawings.
  • Competent in basic arithmetic calculations required for assembly tasks.
  • Experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment is preferred.
  • Comfortable with basic computer systems and working at heights if required.
Shift Details & Pay:

You will work a 37.5-hour week from Monday to Thursday. Please note that while positions are currently running on the day shift, candidates must be prepared to work a rotational shift pattern (2 weeks Days / 2 weeks Nights) as needed.

  • Day Shift: £14.27/hr
  • Night Shift: £19.03/hr
  • Overtime (First 10 hours): £21.41/hr
  • Overtime (After 10 hours): £28.54/hr
What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay with premium overtime rates.
  • Guaranteed 4-day workweek (Monday to Thursday).
  • Full induction, ongoing professional training, and all uniform/PPE provided.
  • Access to the Randstad Benefits App for discounts and rewards.
  • Free on-site parking and dedicated canteen facilities.
  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme and paid holidays.
How to Apply:

Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career? Don't wait-positions are filling fast! Apply online immediately at: Job opening - Assembly Operative in Belfast | Randstad

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.


skills

Assembly


qualifications

Engineering


education

engineering

Reference: PR-1539540 · Posted 16 hours ago · Closes 24 Sep 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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