COMPANY INFORMATION:
Incorporated by Royal Charter in 1637, the Worshipful Company of Gunmakers governs the London Proof House and holds a statutory duty to regulate the safety of firearms in the UK. The Proof House conducts proof testing of firearms before sale and certifies deactivated firearms, ensuring safety standards are upheld for nearly 400 years.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Proof Assistant (Zero-Hours Contract)
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
The Proof Assistant will handle and test-fire all types of firearms, including military, police, and civilian models, using live over-pressure ammunition in controlled conditions. Responsibilities include recording consignments, maintaining accurate proof and test records, carrying out viewing, gauging, test firing, and visual inspections, both on-site and off-site.
PLACE OF WORK:
London Proof House, Commercial Road, London, E1, with occasional off-site work in the UK and overseas.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to handle firearms safely and with care
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills
• Professionalism with clients and a positive team attitude
• Willingness to learn the Rules of Proof (training provided)
• Ability to follow health and safety protocols and standard operating procedures
SALARY:
£148 per day (zero-hours contract)
BENEFITS:
• Rare opportunity to work directly with firearms in a regulated and historic environment
• Training provided in proofing procedures and firearm marking
• Involvement in a variety of firearms types and testing processes
• Work within a small, skilled, and dynamic team
CONTACT:
proofmaster@gunmakers.org.uk