Workshop Assistant

​Workshop Assistant (Entry Level)

• Peterborough

• Full-time | Permanent

• £ Entry Level

The Role

Are you looking to get into an engineering or mechanical role but don’t have years of experience under your belt? This could be your start.

Working exclusively with our client, we’re looking for a Workshop Assistant to join their busy workshop.

You’ll be hands-on from day one: supporting fabricators, helping keep jobs moving, and picking up skills that will set you up for a career in the trade.

The only must-have? A bit of mechanical knowledge — whether from a job, a course, or even a hobby like tinkering with cars, bikes, or machinery. If you can handle tools and enjoy practical work, the rest can be taught.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting engineers and technicians with daily workshop tasks.

• Preparing and moving materials for jobs.

• Operating basic workshop tools and equipment (training provided).

• Helping with assembly, fitting, and maintenance where your mechanical know-how comes in handy.

• Keeping the workshop safe, clean, and organised.

• Pitching in with whatever’s needed to get the job done.

What You’ll Need

• Some mechanical knowledge (from work, training, or hobbies).

• A strong work ethic and eagerness to learn.

• Reliability and good time-keeping.

• A safety-first mindset.

• Comfortable with physical work and handling heavy kit.

What You Might Not Like

• It’s a workshop — it can be noisy, busy, and physical.

• You’ll get dirty. If you prefer staying spotless, this isn’t for you.

• The learning curve is steep. You’ll be expected to muck in from day one.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive entry-level pay.

• Full training

• A clear pathway to more skilled roles.

• A supportive, tight-knit team.

• Stable hours and long-term career prospects.

What To Do Next

If you’re practical, mechanically minded, and ready to learn, apply now with your CV.

Don’t overthink it — our client is more interested in your attitude and enthusiasm than a perfect work history.