Workshop Operative
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
We are looking for someone to assist the team with the cleaning, maintenance and mechanical repair of returning hire equipment. We have a friendly environment where the rapid growth of our business means we support the development of our talented people.
THX aspires to be the hire company of choice for specialist contractors, offering the latest in a very large range of hire equipment.
You will be responsible for:
- Cleaning and maintaining the presentation of equipment, including touching up paintwork and re-spraying
- Inspecting and testing returning hire equipment (training given)
- Rebranding new equipment with THX stickers
- PAT testing (training given)
- Using a computer-based system for administration
- Repairing a very large range of mechanical and/or electrical tools and equipment
- Regularly checking, cleaning and tidying our yard, workshop, warehouse and vehicle parking areas
- Providing support to our warehouse, workshop and driving teams as required
Monday to Friday working hours, overtime may sometimes be required to meet customer demand.
Currently based in Bedford (MK41 0QB), but relocating in the new year to MK43 0YL.
Requirements
It is essential that you bring:
- Previous experience in the maintenance and/or repair of a range of equipment and tools
- Mechanical or electrical experience
- A practical understanding and mindset, with the ability to work quickly and methodically
- A willingness to learn
- Experience in cleaning, organising and tidying
- Physical fitness and a hard-working, team-player attitude
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- A can-do attitude with a willingness to help out
- The ability to concentrate while doing repetitive tasks
Benefits
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Recharge with 25 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holiday’s on top).
- Looking after your future with a Company Pension.
- Special recognition and rewards incentives.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A great opportunity to join an expanding Company.
- Free on-site parking.
- On-the-job training, with opportunities to build skills and grow within a fast-expanding company
- A supportive, friendly team culture built on our values of Humility, Innovation, being Refreshing and Energetic
THX Values: As a family-centred business, people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to have a strong commitment to our team because we know that the success of any company depends on the people behind it. That’s why we make sure our employees feel valued, supported, and given every opportunity to grow.
We believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.
Alongside a competitive benefits package and great opportunities for career development, we’ve built a friendly, collaborative culture that reflects our core values (Humility Innovation Refreshing Energetic). These values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and what it means to be part of THX: a high-performing team that’s always learning, innovating, and focused on leaving people feeling good.