Jonathan Lee Recruitment
Sub Assembly Operative
Sub Assembly Operative at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, based in Coventry, West Midlands. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Coventry, West Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Assembly
- DBS check
Reference https://www.jonlee.co.uk/job/72546-sub-assembly-operative-coventry-west-midlands
About the role
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Sub Assembly Operative – Defence Manufacturing
Coventry
£12.80 per hour + Overtime Available
6-Month Contract with Permanent Opportunities
Defence Industry
Are you looking for a hands-on role where your work contributes directly to the protection of military personnel and vehicles? We are recruiting Sub Aseemlby Operatives to join a leading defence manufacturer in Coventry, supporting the production of advanced composite armour systems used on military vehicles.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and highly respected defence business, offering full training, long-term career prospects and the chance to secure a permanent position following an initial 6-month contract.
The Role
Working within a busy manufacturing environment, you will be involved in the assembly and preparation of specialist composite armour products. Duties will include:
- Sub-assembling composite frameworks used in military vehicle armour systems
- Preparing, handling and assembling components to engineering drawings and work instructions
- Sandblasting parts within a controlled work area
- Bonding, fitting, setting and adjusting prefabricated panels
- Kitting and preparing materials for production
- Packing and labelling finished products for dispatch
- Completing quality checks and production documentation
- Supporting safe material movement throughout the facility
- Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, quality and health & safety
What We’re Looking For
We are keen to hear from reliable and practical individuals who enjoy hands-on work and take pride in producing high-quality products.
Previous experience within manufacturing, assembly, production, warehousing or engineering environments would be beneficial, however full training will be provided, making this role suitable for candidates looking to develop new skills.
You will ideally have:
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Good attention to detail
- The ability to follow instructions and work procedures accurately
- Experience using hand tools (desirable)
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- A commitment to quality and safety standards
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of this defence programme, applicants must:
- Be a UK National with single nationality only
- Be eligible to pass BPSS Security Clearance
- Successfully complete a Standard DBS Check
What’s On Offer?
£12.80 per hour
Overtime opportunities available
Full training provided
6-month contract with potential to become permanent
Opportunity to work within the UK defence sector
Supportive team environment
Genuine career progression opportunities
If you’re looking for a rewarding manufacturing role where you’ll contribute to products that help protect and save lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to secure your place on this exciting defence manufacturing programme in Coventry.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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Reference: https://www.jonlee.co.uk/job/72546-sub-assembly-operative-coventry-west-midlands · Posted 4 hours ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via Jonathan Lee Recruitment
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