Freelance Mechanical Installation Technician (Contract) – Conveyor & Bagging Systems – Somerset, UK
Sector: Industrial Installation / Mechanical Projects (Organic Processing Systems)
Scope: Conveyor Installation – Mechanical Fitting – Cable Pulling – Decommissioning & Installation
The Opportunity
A client is urgently seeking a hands-on Mechanical Installation Technician to support a short-term industrial installation project involving conveyor systems and bagging machinery within an organic processing environment.
This is a site-based, physically active role supporting an experienced on-site supervisory team, where you will act as an additional skilled pair of hands to ensure efficient installation works are completed on schedule.
Your Role
* Install and position conveyor systems on-site
* Support installation of bagging machinery
* Mechanical assembly and system connection work
* Assist with decommissioning of existing equipment
* Perform cable pulling and basic mechanical/electrical support tasks
* Work under supervision of site lead and technical personnel
* Operate safely in working-at-height environments (roof-level installation)
* Support general hands-on mechanical site tasks as required
Your Profile
* Strong background in mechanical installation / industrial fitting
* Experience working with conveyor systems or production equipment
* Comfortable with hands-on site work in active industrial environments
* Must be experienced (mid-level or senior operative preferred)
* Confident working at height
* Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a supervised team
* Available immediately for short-term contract work
Bonus Skills
* Experience in food, feed, or organic processing environments
* Previous conveyor installation or commissioning experience
* Cable pulling / basic electrical support exposure
* Previous shutdown or fast-turnaround project experience
Apply now – key leadership role with long-term career opportunities!