Semi Skilled Mechanical Fitter

Job Description:

Semi-Skilled Mechanical

Location: Clevedon, Somerset
Contract: Ongoing Contract
Shift: PM / Late Shift
Pay: £17.91 per hour

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of a recruitment agency working in partnership with a global manufacturer of specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics sector.

Due to a sustained increase in orders driven by advanced technology and a strong market position, the business is expanding and investing heavily in its site. This growth is creating long-term contract opportunities for skilled engineers.

Pay & Shift

PM / Late Shift – £17.91 per hour

Monday–Wednesday: 14:30 – 00:30

Thursday: 14:30 – 00:00

Friday: No working

Fixed PM shift

Overtime

1.75x weekday overtime

2.0x weekend overtime

Contractor Benefits

Annual pay reviews

Performance and incentive bonus schemes

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Subsidised on-site canteen

Modern facilities including showers and cycle storage

Regular company events and social activities

Free parking

Company events

Referral programme

Role Overview

As a Semi-Skilled Mechanical candidate, you will be responsible for the mechanical sub-assembly of components and systems within a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Mechanical sub-assembly of components and systems

Using hand tools including spanners, wrenches and screwdrivers

Working from mechanical engineering drawings and diagrams

Assembly within a manufacturing / production environment

Supporting build processes to meet quality and production targets

Maintaining a neat, organised and safe working environment

Working effectively both independently and as part of a team

Requirements

Experience in mechanical sub-assembly
Confident use of a range of hand tools
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Previous experience within manufacturing, production or engineering environments

Desirable

Basic industrial plumbing / pipework experience
Basic electrical assembly experience

The Successful Candidate Will

Ideally, you will be apprenticed or time-served and have experience working within a busy manufacturing or production environment.

You should be:

Practical and mechanically minded

Confident using hand tools

Able to follow engineering drawings and instructions

Reliable and committed to high-quality standards

Neat, organised and methodical

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Flexible and willing to work the PM shift pattern

Why Apply?

£17.91 per hour
Long-term ongoing contract with strong stability and renewal potential
Fixed PM shift with Friday off
Enhanced overtime rates
Opportunity to gain experience within a high-tech manufacturing environment
Growing business with strong demand driven by advanced technology
Modern facilities and excellent on-site amenities

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our client and the recruiting agency are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Selection decisions are based on skills, experience and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Semi-Skilled Mechanical candidate seeking a long-term contract on a fixed PM shift, with an attractive hourly rate and enhanced overtime opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

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