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United Kingdom, Barrow-in-Furness 20.10 - 24.12 GBP / Hour · Job Posted June 16, 2026
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Job Description

Our client is looking for experienced Drillers to join our team in Barrow on a 12-month contract. If you enjoy precision work, solving practical challenges, and being part of a team that takes pride in quality craftsmanship, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Responsibility

  • Work safely at all times, complying with Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and relevant regulations
  • Interpret and work to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
  • Select and inspect the appropriate tools and equipment required for drilling and stud welding operations, ensuring they are safe and fit for purpose
  • Verify completed work meets the required quality standards and specifications
  • Manufacturing Operations Duties
  • Drilling to depth
  • Drilling clear holes
  • Flat-bottom drilling
  • Countersinking
  • Reaming
  • Tapping
  • Counter boring and back knifing
  • Facing
  • Stud welding

Requirements

  • Completed and approved apprenticeship in a relevant engineering or manufacturing trade
  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification) in a relevant engineering discipline

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