Technicus Werktuigbouw
ecruit
Keswick, Cumbria
Job type
full time
Location
Keswick, Cumbria, Allerdale, Cumbria; Cumbria; North West England; England
Climbing Wall Technician/ Workshop Fabricator Fibreglass and Panel Fabrication
Location: Kong Climbing Ltd, Threlkeld Quarry, Keswick, CA12 4TT
Hours : Full-time, Monday to Thursday, 8am5pm; As soon as possible
This role would suit someone with solid experience in a hands-on trade, construction, joinery, set building, scenic carpentry, workshop manufacturing or a similar practical environment.
You should be able to settle into the role quickly, work confidently with minimal supervision on routine production tasks and use your own judgement when required. You will also bring a practical approach and a creative eye to producing and finishing bespoke climbing wall panels.
You will spend most of your time producing textured plywood and fibreglass climbing wall panels ready for shipment and installation at customer sites. The work includes fibreglass and resin application, texturing, painting, finishing and preparing completed panels for delivery.
Previous fibreglass, resin or composite fabrication experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, you should already be comfortable and capable in a practical workshop setting.
Building, assembling and finishing plywood climbing volumes
Using saws, drills, grinders, sanders and other workshop equipment
Checking completed products for quality, finish and accuracy
Preparing, protecting and packing panels for shipment
Maintaining a tidy, safe and efficient workshop
Occasionally supporting installation work at customer sites
Kong Climbing Ltd has manufactured and installed climbing walls and structures since 2001.
Based in the Lake District, the company combines skilled fabrication, creative design and practical climbing knowledge to produce distinctive climbing facilities used throughout the UK.
You will join a friendly and experienced team in a relaxed workshop environment, working on projects that are both technically interesting and visually impressive. Varied and rewarding project work
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
Employee and store discounts
EV salary sacrifice scheme with on-site charging
Cycle2Work scheme
Free on-site parking
Casual dress
Opportunities to develop additional fabrication skills
At least two years hands-on experience in a workshop, construction, joinery, set building, scenic carpentry, manufacturing or similar practical environment
A creative approach to problem-solving and finishing
A valid UK driving licence
Apply today to join Kong Climbing and use your fabrication skills to create climbing walls enjoyed across the country.
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