Assembly Technician - 12 month contract

Servomex; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Personal Pension Plan

25 days annual leave

Free Parking

Life Assurance (4 x Salary)

Volunteering Days

Job summary

Servomex in Crowborough, UK, is seeking an Assembly Technician for a fixed-term contract up to 12 months. You will assemble products to SOPs, work with precision components, and ensure quality with strict HSE adherence.

The role involves documenting build records and supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates have hands-on electronic, electrical or mechanical assembly experience, plus exposure to instrumentation manufacturing and the ability to

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in science or engineering subjects.
• Desirable BTEC in engineering discipline.
• Hands-on experience in electronic, electrical or mechanical assembly.
• Experience in instrumentation or similar technical manufacturing.
• Strong organisation and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Servomex products following SOPs and drawings.
• Handle delicate components with high precision.
• Maintain HSE policies and build records documentation.
• Investigate nonconforming parts and complete corrective actions.
• Cross-train across multiple product lines to broaden skills.

Skills

Hands-on assembly experience

Electrical/electronic assembly

Mechanical assembly

Team leadership capabilities

Organisational skills

Training colleagues

Education

GCSE in science or engineering subjects

BTEC in engineering (desirable)

Tools

SOPs knowledge

Engineering drawings familiarity

Testing equipment familiarity

Job description

• Work under ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) control conditions.

Are you searching for a new opportunity that will allow you to play your part in creating a cleaner and healthier world? Here at Servomex, our work spans a broad spectrum of industries, from enabling low-emission power generation to supporting high-purity medical oxygen, enhancing facility safety, and advancing innovative research.

We’re looking for a skilled and detail‑driven Assembly Technician to join our production team. In this hands‑on role, you will be responsible for the assembly, build, and final preparation of Servomex products, ensuring each unit meets strict quality and technical standards.

If you enjoy working with precision, solving problems, and contributing to continuous improvement, this is a great opportunity to apply your manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, or electronic assembly expertise.

This role is a fixed‑term contract for up to 12 months, with a Monday to Friday working pattern starting at 07.30am (please see working schedule below).

About The Opportunity

• Build Servomex products following standard operating procedures (SOPs), engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Assemble small, delicate components with high precision.
• Fully comply with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
• Investigate and fault‑find nonconforming products, completing reject documentation and corrective actions.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and quality throughout the build process -
• Produce, update, and maintain build records and documentation.
• Organise your work area effectively to manage changing workloads.
• Cross‑train across multiple product lines to broaden your skills.
• Work under ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) control conditions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, delivery, and cost.
• Perform basic testing of completed analysers when required.

About Your Talent

Even if you don’t have all these skills yet, if you’re eager to learn and enjoy working with delicate components, we would still love to hear from you.

• Hands‑on experience in electronic, electrical or mechanical assembly would be a distinct advantage.
• Previous assembly experience within an instrumentation or similar technical manufacturing environment would be a great plus.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, techniques and production workflows would be of great interest to us.
• Strong organisation, time management, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to train colleagues and share process knowledge.
• Team leadership capabilities.

Essential

Education / Qualifications:

• GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 4 (C) or above, in science or engineering‑related subjects.

Desirable

• BTEC (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.

A full job description will be provided during the interview process.

Interview Process

• A friendly initial call with our Talent Acquisition team to talk through your application
• An onsite interview where you’ll answer some competency‑based questions and take part in a hands‑on practical exercise

Location: Crowborough, East Sussex, UK

Please note the work schedule below if you intend to use public transport to commute. Crowborough train station is an approximate 10‑minute walk from the Servomex site.

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract, full time, 38 hours per week – up to 12 months

Work Schedule: Monday to Thursday 07:30 to 16:15 and Friday 07:30 to 12:30

You will receive appropriate rest and meal breaks as part of a supportive and well‑structured working environment.

Salary: circa £28,000 per annum

Servomex considers several factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Benefits

• Discretionary Company Bonus
• Opportunities for growth & development through our structured Talent Management System
• Annual Performance Review
• Personal Pension Plan (up to 10.5% employer contribution)
• Employee Wellbeing Programme
• 25 days’ annual leave with option to buy more + Bank Holidays + Company Shutdown Day
• Two Volunteering Days
• Life Assurance (4 x Salary)
• Enhanced Family Friendly benefits & pay
• Staff Referral Scheme and Long Service Awards
• Global Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Parking

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates with a disability may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any such adjustments during the application process. Please note we will also make reasonable adjustments wherever possible to enable employees to complete their roles to the best of their ability.

Hear From Our Team

I feel fortunate to be part of a company that values its employees’ growth and well‑being as much as their contributions. Servomex has been more than a workplace for me—it has been a place of learning, growth, and genuine support.

Carol Tuscano, Senior V&V Engineer

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