An exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering and manufacturing business supporting the defence and surveillance sectors. Working within a production environment, you will be responsible for the assembly of prototype and production equipment, ensuring all work is completed to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble mechanical and electro‑mechanical products from engineering drawings and work instructions.
- Build prototype and production assemblies.
- Carry out component modifications using hand tools and workshop equipment.
- Manufacture simple brackets, mounting plates and tooling as required.
- Record build modifications and complete change request documentation.
- Liaise with Engineering and Production teams to resolve build issues.
- Ensure all work meets quality, technical and health & safety standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation and high workshop housekeeping standards.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience within a mechanical assembly, manufacturing or workshop environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Competent using hand tools and basic workshop machinery.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Strong attention to detail and quality-focused approach.
Personal Attributes
- Team player with a proactive attitude.
- Keen to learn and develop new skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Organised, reliable and able to work independently when required.
Benefits
- 37.5‑hour working week
- Early finish every Friday
- Flexible working arrangements
- 28 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown
- Pension with up to 5% matched contributions
- Life assurance and income protection
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
- Share schemes and employee discounts
- Ongoing training and development
- Free onsite parking
