Moulding Operator
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5223 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and WAVIN LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 5222 (Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out, Toolmaking and tooling maintenance are core stated duties), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask WAVIN LIMITED what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5223 Metal working production and maintenance fitters Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
5222 Tool makers, tool fitters and markers-out Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About Wavin
What if your work could improve how water moves, how cities adapt, and how buildings perform every day? At Wavin, Orbia’s Building & Infrastructure business, this is what we do. Count on a warm welcome, where purpose comes to life. Here, we take responsibility for each other and our company, stay brave in pursuing innovation, and embrace diversity in perspectives, skills and talents. We encourage our employees to develop their talents and become the best version of themselves. Working as a strong team, we grow and advance life around the world. You will join an international, professional team and benefit from a competitive compensation package.
Key Responsibilities:
The main duties and responsibilities of the role are to:
Carryout day to day toolmaking activities (including tooling service, tooling audits, bench working and manual machining), maintaining tooling availability.
Carryout proactive work including planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and improvement work on extrusion and mould tools.
Contribute to implementing new working methods and actively participate in continuous improvement.
Maintain maintenance monitoring.
Operate in line with all Wavin H&S Standards. To implement and adhere to safe working practices in accordance with legislation and the Wavin WorkSafe programme.
Mentor Apprentices within the Toolroom and engineering department.
The profile:
Experienced bench fitter or machinist with experience undertaking form changes, bench fitting, mechanical machining of parts and cleaning and polishing of tooling equipment.
Ability to operate toolroom equipment including manual machining tools, manual lathe, manual miller, surface grinders, & cylindrical grinders.
Excellent time management skills with the added need for flexibility as and when required to meet business needs.
A team player with a strong work ethic.
Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative and the confidence to work unsupervised at times.
Can demonstrate attention to detail, with the ability to problem solve.
Involvement in continuous improvement projects / activities, with the ability to introduce new working methods and ideas.
A willingness to drive and actively endorse and promote excellent standards of work and H&S compliance.
If you wish to apply for this role, please apply by using the following links:
Internal (Existing Wavin Employees to apply or to refer a friend): https://performancemanager5.successfactors.eu/sf/jobreq?jobId=36276&company=mexichemP
External (Including Agency Employees): https://careers.orbia.com/job-invite/36276/
Employee Referral Scheme
Alternatively, if you have a family member or friend who would be a good fit for both the role and our business, please refer them using the Internal Link above. They will receive an application link to apply. Once they apply through Orbia Pulse and state your name as the referrer, you could stand to benefit financially through our Employee Referral Scheme! For more details, please get in touch.
We welcome applications from candidates from all abilities and backgrounds. You can obtain a full job specification from the People team prior to application.
Regards,
Wavin UK People Team
Requirements:
Our Offer:
Our Global brands: Dura-Line, Koura Global, Vestolit, Netafim, Alphagary, Wavin.
They offer a broad range of value-added solutions and finished products that contribute to customers’ success and ultimate improve the quality of life for people around the world. Along its commitment to good citizenship, Orbia Advance Corporation delivers Total Value to customers, employees and investors worldwide, every day.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with WAVIN LIMITED, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Metal working production and maintenance fitters (SOC 5223) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~228k in sample- Middle half £30,264–46,176
- Median £37,440
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. WAVIN LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5223 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.