Assembly Operative - Mechanical
Mechanical Bias
Permanent Role - LS27 0TS
Mon-Fri Day Shifts
£29,000 Per Annum
33 days Holiday, Life Assurance, Overtime, Specialist Training
We are looking for an Assembly Operative / Mechanical Assembler to join a growing workshop team in Leeds. The role involves hands-on engineering work, including the assembly, repair, and maintenance of diamond tooling and associated equipment.
This role is commutable to Leeds, LS27 and is workshop-based.
Key Responsibilities - Assembly Operative:
1. Assemble and re-tip diamond tooling using hand and machine brazing techniques
2. Operate workshop machinery such as brazing, grinding, and tensioning machines
3. Carry out reboring, milling, and other engineering tasks (training provided)
4. Inspect and test work to ensure it meets required quality standards
5. Support the stores team when needed and assist with workshop operations
6. Work to deadlines and respond promptly to internal and external requests
7. Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain a team-focused approach
8. Occasionally travel to customer sites to carry out on-site re-tipping and repairs
Experience and Skills - Assembly Operative:
9. Experience working in a mechanical, fitting, or engineering workshop environment
10. Engineering background preferable
11. Knowledge of brazing, grinding, or similar machinery (training provided where needed)
12. Good attention to detail and commitment to quality work
13. Flexible approach and willingness to learn new skills
14. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
15. Opportunity to develop within a growing and respected engineering business
Salary / Package - Assembly Operative:
16. £29,000 per annum
17. Monday - Friday Day Shifts 37.5 hours
18. 33 days holiday (including bank hols)
19. Up to 8% matched pension
20. Overtime
21. Full training in specialist diamond tooling processes
22. Life Assurance x6