Assembly Technician

Kinetic PLC; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Dewsbury is seeking an experienced Assembly Technician to join a groundbreaking project. This hands-on position offers competitive pay starting at £12.60 per hour, with opportunities for progression within a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in tool handling and a detail-oriented approach. The role includes assembling components, interpreting engineering drawings, and adhering to safety protocols. The comprehensive benefits package includes an 8% pension, health support, and flexible leave options.

Benefits

8% employer pension contribution

Health & Wellbeing package

Flexible Leave options

Lifestyle vouchers

Qualifications

• Mechanically or electrically minded individuals with a practical background.
• Experience in manufacturing or workshop environments.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assembling components using various hand and power tools.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Performing quality inspections and adhering to strict Health & Safety protocols.

Skills

Practical experience with tools and machinery

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious attitude

Ability to read technical drawings

Job description

Assembly Technician (Dewsbury Area)

An opportunity to be part of a ground breaking project and work in a new state of the art manufacturing facility commencing in early 2026

• Are you an experienced Assembly Technician or a hands-on Production Operative with prior experience working with hand-tools in a manufacturing / engineering plant?
• Can you get to the Dewsbury for 7am start FOUR DAYS per week? (Mon to Thurs)
• Benefits Package : Offering 8% pension, health package, Lifestyle vouchers, company value awards programs, up to 41days holiday available
• Excellent Training : A clear development pathway for the technical person craving the chance to level-up in their career!
• Genuine Progression : A strong history of developing talent, with many Team Leaders and Managers having started in apprentice or entry-level roles and progressing internally.
• Modern Facilities : Enjoy downtime with games and complimentary tea / coffee in modern, warm canteens.
• Safety & Workwear : Safety and comfort is a core priority of this organisation. All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is supplied to a high standard, including Top-quality boots, overalls. Premium air-fed masks / respirators to ensure maximum safety.

This role is a dextrous, hands‑on position, offering stability, skill development and clear progression opportunities for the right candidates! We want you!

This is a chance to join one of the UK's leading independent engineering and services companies.

Location : Dewsbury (easily commutable from Wakefield, Horbury, Brighouse, Morley, Cleckheaton, Tingley, North Huddersfield).

Status : Potential 18week Temp-to-Perm contract of service (like a probationary period)

Pay : Starting £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.66 after 5week training check‑in, £13.59 after completed all training modules & taken on permanent (HIGHER RATES IN APRIL 2026!)

Hours Guide :

• Mon‑Wed : 07 : 00-17 : 00, Thurs : 07 : 00-16 : 30 (37.5hours standard, weekly paid)
• Optional overtime often available on Fridays (at Time+1 / 2)

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What the Assembly Technician involves :

When this opportunity comes live in January 2026, you could be involved in a wide range of practical tasks :

• Assembling components using various hand and power tools.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Working with various materials, including steel, copper and plastic pipework (conduits, ducting, and pipe spooling).
• Performing quality inspections and adhering to strict Health & Safety protocols.
• Operating cranes and FLTs (Forklift Trucks) - a bonus, but not essential.

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Why Join This Company as Assembly Technician?

The Benefits

The company offers a fantastic, comprehensive benefits package designed to reward its employees, which become available upon permanent transfer :

• Generous Pension : An excellent 8% employer pension contribution (significantly above the UK's auto‑enrolment minimum of 3%).
• Upcoming Wage Review : A new wage rise is scheduled for April 2026.
• Health & Wellbeing : A comprehensive health package available for you and your family.
• Flexible Leave : Options to buy or sell up to 1 week of holidays, plus an annual Wellbeing Day and Volunteer Days. You could have access to up to 41 days of leave available over the year!
• Lifestyle Perks : Access to a variety of online lifestyle vouchers and a company value awards program.

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Who We Are Looking For - Assembly Technician

We are interested in hearing from mechanically or electrically minded individuals with a practical background and a thirst to learn.

Ideal experience may include :

• Practical experience with tools and machinery in an engineering, manufacturing or workshop environment.
• Experience in roles such as Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Engineering Labourer, Semi‑Skilled Worker, Assembly Operative (engineering) or Mechanical / Electrical Assembly Operative.
• Ability to read technical drawings or a strong willingness to learn.
• A detail‑oriented, safety‑conscious and team‑focused attitude.

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Express Your Interest : To be considered for this opportunity in January 2026 and proceed to invitation of a Video Interview, please click Apply Now with your most up to date CV