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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.
Job Summary
Role: Assembly Operative
Job Type: Temporary - Ongoing
Location: Springvale Business Park, Belfast
Pay Rates & Shift Details
Pay Rates:
- Day Shift: £14.27/hr
- Night Shift: £19.03/hr
- Overtime (First 10 hours): £21.41/hr
- Overtime (After 10 hours): £28.54/hr
Shift Timings (37.5 hours / week | Monday - Thursday):
Day Shift:
- Monday: 07:00 - 17:15
- Tuesday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:45
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Night Shift:
- Monday: 20:15 - 06:30
- Tuesday - Thursday: 20:45 - 06:30
Note: Positions are currently running on Day Shift. However, candidates must be prepared to work a rotational shift pattern (2 weeks Days / 2 weeks Nights) as needed.
Key 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.
Required & Desired Qualifications
- Experience: Previous assembly or mechanical experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
- Technical Skills: Ability to follow detailed procedures, verbal instructions, and standard engineering drawings.
- Math & Logic: Competent in basic arithmetic calculations required for assembly tasks.
- Tools & Equipment: Experience using hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment (preferred).
- Flexibility & Tech: Comfortable with basic computer systems and working at heights if required.
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Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Pay & Premium Overtime: Earn higher rates on nights and extra hours.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a guaranteed 4-day workweek (Monday to Thursday).
- Perks & Support: Access to the Randstad Benefits App (discounts and rewards).
- On-Site Amenities: Free on-site car parking and dedicated canteen facilities.
- Gear & Growth: Full induction, ongoing professional training, and all uniform/PPE provided.
- Financial Peace of Mind: 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: Job opening - Assembly Operative in Belfast | Randstad
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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