Job: Mehcanical Assembly / Pipe Fitter
Location: Severn Beach, Bristol
Pay Rate: £18.70/hr (AM), £21.25/hr (PM), Overtime £25.50/hr
Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts (Early & Afternoon)
ASAP start: Following succesful Trades Test
Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of a leading high-technology engineering organisation for a Mechanical Assembly & Pipe Fitter to join their production team in Severn Beach, Bristol.
This is an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with extension for candidates who demonstrate strong performance and adaptability. You’ll work on the assembly of complex, high-precision systems used in cutting-edge scientific and industrial applications, including semiconductors, medical devices, electric vehicles, and advanced computing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assemble complex systems, sub-assemblies, and components to ISO and quality standards
* Carry out stainless steel pipe fitting (¼”–½”), vacuum systems, and pneumatic assemblies
* Ensure builds meet BOM requirements and customer specifications
* Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve build issues efficiently
* Record and report technical issues using FRACAS or similar systems
* Act as a technical point of reference and mentor less experienced technicians
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness, housekeeping, and Health & Safety
* Support 5S initiatives and continuous improvement projects
Shift Pattern:
* Weekly Rotating shifts
* Early shift (Monday–Thursday) 06:00-14:00, (Friday) 06:00-11:00
* Afternoon shift (Monday–Thursday) 14:00-22:00 (Friday) 06:00-11:00
* Enhanced shift and overtime rates apply
About You:
Essential:
* Time-served mechanical apprenticeship, City & Guilds Part 3, or equivalent
* HND, HNC, or BTEC Level 3 qualification
* Precision mechanical fitting experience, including:
o Machining (milling and turning)
o Vacuum and pneumatic systems
o Pipe bending and fitting (stainless steel, ¼”–½”)
* Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
* Strong fault-finding and corrective action skills
* PC literacy
Desirable:
* Electrical qualifications
* Combined mechanical, electrical, and electronic assembly experience
* Experience in semiconductor or cleanroom manufacturing environments
For more information please click apply, or contact Pertemps on 0117 929 4422 option 3.