Assembly operative (valves)

Matchtech; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Training opportunities

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an Assembly Operative for a permanent role to assemble and test complex electro‑mechanical products including solenoid systems and naval manifolds. You will interpret drawings, perform pressure tests and ensure quality standards are met.

The role involves sub-assembly, soldering and coil winding where required, plus recording production data and supporting training of colleagues in a specialist engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualification is required (apprenticeship/NVQ/HNC).
• Significant experience assembling complex valve/electro-mechanical products.
• Ability to read, interpret and validate technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with pressure testing using air, fluid or gas.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble complex valve and electro-mechanical products per drawings and specifications.
• Test completed assemblies using air, fluid and gas pressure media.
• Read, interpret and validate technical drawings and build documentation.
• Diagnose faults and communicate issues to other departments.
• Machine sub-assemblies, soldering and coil winding as required.
• Use measuring equipment to check components against tolerances.
• Clean, label and finish products for inspection and packing.
• Maintain production records and support colleague training.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electro-mechanical

Fault diagnosis

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

Apprenticeship

NVQ Level 2/3

HNC Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Our client is a global specialist engineering and manufacturing organisation operating across the defence and security, fluid control and industrial automation sectors. They are seeking a skilled Assembly Operative for a permanent role, assembling and testing complex electro-mechanical products including solenoid systems, naval marine manifolds and valve packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble complex valve and electro-mechanical products in accordance with general arrangement drawings, procedures and technical specifications
• Test completed assemblies using air, fluid and gas pressure media, ensuring products meet defined quality standards
• Read, interpret and validate technical drawings, specifications and build documentation
• Diagnose faults, carry out rectification work and communicate issues effectively to other departments
• Machine sub-assemblies, undertake soldering and complete coil winding activities where required
• Use appropriate measuring equipment to check components against specified tolerances
• Clean, label and finish products ready for inspection and packing
• Maintain accurate production records, complete required qualifications and support the training of colleagues

Job Requirements

• Relevant engineering qualification, such as an apprenticeship, NVQ Level 2 or 3, HNC Engineering or equivalent
• Significant experience in complex valve assembly within continuous, batch production or one-off manufacturing environments
• Strong mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly skills, with a clear understanding of quality requirements
• Experience of pressure testing using media such as air, fluid and gas
• Ability to read, interpret and validate technical drawings, general arrangement designs, procedures and specifications
• Strong fault‑finding, problem‑solving and technical communication skills
• Good manual dexterity, eye‑hand coordination and attention to detail
• Basic PC literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to record accurate production data

Benefits

• Permanent employment within a specialist engineering and manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on highly engineered products supporting defence and security applications
• Training, qualification and skills development opportunities
• Supportive workplace focused on knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
• Inclusive working environment that values diversity and innovation

If you have experience in assembly, production, quality control and electro-mechanical manufacturing, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a technically advanced engineering environment.