Mechanical Assembler

Osborne Appointments; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Medical insurance

Performance bonus

In-house training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Osborne Appointments is working with a well-established engineering business in Hitchin to appoint a Mechanical Assembler. This hands-on role involves assembling mechanical components and equipment, with full in-house training and opportunities to develop specialist engineering skills.

You will join a team in a modern manufacturing facility, work Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm, and enjoy benefits such as on-site parking, medical insurance and a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly or fitting.
• Confident with hand and power tools.
• Reading engineering drawings is beneficial but training is provided.
• Detail-oriented with commitment to quality.
• Able to work safely in a workshop and follow instructions.
• Willing to learn and work as part of a team.
• Experience with pipes, pumps or valves is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components and equipment for water treatment systems.
• Fit and connect pipes, pumps, valves, brackets and gauges.
• Use hand and power tools to complete assembly.
• Position and secure components following drawings.
• Assist with installation of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Identify and resolve basic assembly issues; escalate complex problems.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to meet quality targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe workshop environment.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Mechanical fitting

Engineering knowledge

Hand tools

Power tools

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Role: Mechanical Assembler

Location: Hitchin, Hertfordshire

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm

Salary: £27,000 – £29,000 per annum

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Assembler to join a well-established engineering business in Hitchin. This is a hands‑on role assembling mechanical components and equipment, with full in‑house training and opportunities to develop specialist engineering skills.

Who are they?

Our client is a well-established specialist engineering business with over 40 years of experience, providing tailored engineering solutions to customers across a variety of sectors. Based in a modern manufacturing facility, they have a strong reputation for quality, reliability and technical expertise.

Benefits:

• £27,000 – £29,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm
• On‑site parking
• Medical insurance
• Performance bonus scheme
• In‑house training and development
• Clear opportunities for career progression

Duties of a Mechanical Assembler:

• Assemble mechanical components and equipment used within industrial water treatment systems.
• Fit and connect pipes, pumps, valves, brackets, gauges and associated components.
• Use hand tools and power tools to complete mechanical assembly and fitting work.
• Position, align and secure components to ensure accurate assembly.
• Follow engineering drawings, technical information and instructions where required.
• Assist with the preparation and installation of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Identify and resolve basic assembly issues, escalating more complex problems where necessary.
• Work alongside the wider engineering team to meet quality and production requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.

What we would like from you:

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, mechanical fitting, engineering, plumbing or a similar hands‑on role.
• Confident using hand tools and power tools.
• A practical approach to building, fitting, connecting or assembling components.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
• The ability to follow instructions and work safely within a workshop environment.
• Experience reading engineering drawings would be beneficial but is not essential, as training can be provided.
• Experience with pipework, pumps, valves, machinery or mechanical systems would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with ABS, PVC‑U or other plastic pipework and fittings would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Previous experience within manufacturing, industrial engineering or water treatment would be an advantage.
• A willingness to learn, develop new skills and work as part of a team.