Careers at Lister Petter
Lister Petter Power Systems, a manufacturer and distributor of diesel engines, pump sets and generators to a global market has Sales and Supply Chain functions in Quedgeley and an assembly plant in Hardwicke, Gloucestershire. Founded in 1867, our success has been built on the quality and commitment of our employees. Whatever their role, everyone who works for Lister Petter has a vital part to play and there are a variety of roles to fill.
Current Vacancies
We are always keen to hear from enthusiastic and talented individuals. If you are interested in a career with Lister Petter, please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter to sue@listerpetter.com. Please clearly indicate in the subject line of your email which of the roles below you are applying for. All the roles are posted on the Indeed and Find A Job (Job Centre) websites, if you prefer to apply from there.
Please note that previous candidates should not apply. No recruitment agencies please.
We are recruiting an Engine Assembler, to join us as soon as possible. The company are looking to offer a long-term position within a dynamic environment, with excellent amenities including a canteen and free on-site parking.
Responsibilities
- Assembling several diesel engines simultaneously to rigorous specifications
- Undertaking repairs to engines under warranty scheme
- Packing finished items for despatch
- Helping organise and control the workshop areas, ensuring these areas are kept tidy
- Effective communications with team to sort out issues during the build
- Checking that all work meets quality and technical standards
- Supporting stores in receiving deliveries
Ideal Experience and Attributes
Ideally, you should have at least a year of previous experience of engineering, machining and/or engine or engine rebuild work. In-house training will be provided for the right candidate. Your enthusiasm, practical approach and appetite to learn new skills are just as important as your experience.
- Enthusiastic and keen to learn
- Ability to use a range of hand tools (e.g. power drills, glue guns, wrenches) and industrial equipment (e.g. pop rivet guns)
- Proven background on a fast-paced automated track / assembly line
- Experienced with running machinery (e.g. press machines, drilling machines, CNC)
- Ability to carry out the tasks expected of an Engine Assembler whilst meeting strict build targets
- Comfortable with working accurately from basic technical drawings and process flow charts
- A keen eye for detail
- Numerate and literate
- An interest in engines is preferred
- Good level of initiative needed as candidates will be expected to work on their own after initial training period
- Due to the range of tools in the factory, you need to be 18+ and must have the right to work in the UK
On offer to the successful candidate
- The hours are 07.30 to 16.00 Monday to Thursday, with 30 minutes for lunch and 07.30 to 12.30 on Friday (37 hours a week)
- Pay is £10.50 per hour / £20,202 per year.
- 28 days holiday per year including Bank Holidays.
- 3% pension contributions
- Free on-site parking
We are recruiting a Warehouse Operative, to join us as soon as possible. The company are looking to offer a long-term position within a dynamic environment, with excellent amenities including a canteen and free on-site parking.
Responsibilities
- Picking orders from the warehouse for issue to production lines
- Co-ordinating inward deliveries by courier and freight forwarder
- Packing orders
- Unloading pallets
- Keeping the warehouse and stores tidy
- Driving forklift truck
- Assisting generally with the smooth running of the warehouse
- Other warehouse, stores and administrative tasks as required
Ideal Experience and Attributes
You should ideally have at least a year’s previous experience in a warehouse and have a current forklift or bendi operator’s licence. In-house training will be provided for the right candidate. Your enthusiasm, practical approach and appetite to learn new skills are just as important as your experience.
- A fork lift / bendi operator’s licence is preferred
- Enthusiastic and keen to learn
- Good communication skills
- High degree of numeracy
- A keen eye for detail
- An interest in engines is preferred
- Good level of initiative needed as candidates will be expected to work on their own after initial training period
On offer to the successful candidate
- The hours are 07.30 to 16.00 Monday to Thursday, with 30 minutes for lunch and 07.30 to 12.30 on Friday (37 hours a week)
- Pay is £9.50 per hour / £18,278 per year.
- 28 days holiday per year including Bank Holidays.
- 3% pension contributions
- Free on-site parking
Lister Petter Power Systems are committed to equal opportunities.
If you are interested in applying for any of these roles, please send a copy of your CV to sue@listerpetter.com. Please clearly indicate in the subject line of your email which role you are applying for. All the roles are posted on the Indeed and Find A Job (Job Centre) websites, if you prefer to apply from there.
