General Operative - Specials Department

Location: Almondsbury, Bristol (BS32)

Pay Rate: £13.76 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Reporting to: Specials Manager

Gi Group are recruiting General Operatives to join the Specials Department within a market‑leading manufacturer of clay building products. This hands‑on, physically active position offers long‑term stability and the opportunity to develop new skills.

Key Responsibilities

As a General Operative, you will be involved in:

Hand‑crafting bespoke clay blocks to meet customer requirements Transferring wet clay onto stillages Building accurate brick firing stacks Sorting fired bricks into packs ready for dispatch Maintaining excellent housekeeping and adhering to all health & safety procedures

What We're Looking For

Excellent timekeeping and reliable attendance Self‑motivated with a proactive, positive attitude Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Strong awareness of health & safety standards Own transport is essential due to the site location

Desirable Skills (Not Essential)

Experience in a continuous improvement or manufacturing environment Counterbalance FLT licence Any relevant training or upskilling qualifications

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:00pm Friday: 7:30am - 3:00pm

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Interested in a long‑term opportunity within a leading manufacturing team?

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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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