Wire Rope Mechanical Splicer (Full Training Provided)

Wire Rope Mechanical Splicer (Full Training Provided)

Main purpose of Job:

To assist in the production and assembly of lifting equipment and wire rope products, gaining practical experience across a range of mechanical splicing and rope termination processes. This role is equally ideal for individuals with or without lifting equipment experience, full training can be provided for anyone looking to build a career in a hands-on manufacturing environment, a mechanical background would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembly & Production of Wire Rope Equipment:

• Turnback Eye Splicer: Convert bulk steel wire rope (SWR) into finished assemblies
• using turnback eye techniques, as per works order instructions
• MCC Operator: Measure, cut, and coil SWR accurately to prepare rope for further processing
• Resin Socketer: Terminate wire rope ends by fitting sockets using resin, in line with
• quality and safety standards
• Flemish Eye Splicer: Prepare and apply Flemish eye terminations, as specified in work
• orders.

General Workshop Duties:

• Safely operate workshop machinery and manual handling equipment
• Maintain a clean and organised working area
• Assist with loading/unloading and movement of materials (including forklift use)
• Follow all health & safety procedures.

Training & Development:

• Full training provided on mechanical splicing techniques, rope handling, and workshop safety
• Forklift license (B1/B2) training will be provided if not already held
• Progression to qualified Multi-skilled Wire Rope Mechanical Splicer upon successful training and performance program.

Skills & Attributes:

• No prior experience required – a willingness to learn is essential
• Good attention to detail and accuracy when measuring and assembling components
• A team player with a proactive, hands-on approach
• Physically fit and comfortable working in an industrial/production environment
• Customer-focused mindset with pride in quality workmanship.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience:

• Forklift licence (B1/B2) – advantageous, but training will be provided
• Previous mechanical or workshop experience is beneficial but not required
• Lifting equipment experience highly advantageous.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Full support from a well-established lifting and training business with a strong UK network
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and additional instructor qualifications
• A friendly, professional working environment within a growing team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus statutory bank holidays
• Private medical insurance (after 2 years' service)
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave & Pay
• 4x salary death in service life insurance benefit
  
• Contributory pension scheme paid through salary sacrifice
• Free on-site parking

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is Friday 10 July however we reserve to right to close this posting early or when a number of suitable applications have been received. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

About Us:

Certex UK belongs to the Lifting Solutions Group within Axel Johnson International, which comprises more than 220 companies and employs 6,200 individuals in 34 countries. Axel Johnson International is in turn part of Axel Johnson, a privately owned Swedish industrial group operating globally.

Axel Johnson has a dedicated long-term approach to ownership, emphasising sustainable progress and collaboration. The focus lies on the acquisition and development of companies specialising in technical components and industrial solutions.