Mechanical Assemblers - Multiple Shifts Available

Pertemps; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift cards

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon is recruiting Mechanical Assembly Operatives for hands-on roles assembling frames, brackets and components to specification. You will build sub-assemblies, install pipework and mechanical parts, and work to drawings while maintaining a clean and safe workspace.

The role suits candidates with practical mechanical or engineering experience who can follow instructions and work diligently both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical or engineering assembly environments.
• Proficient with hand tools and basic measuring tools.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Reliable, able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble frames, brackets and components to specification.
• Build sub‑assemblies using hand tools and equipment.
• Install pipework and mechanical components as required.
• Fit heaters and insulation to pipe runs per drawings.
• Maintain clean, safe and organized work area.
• Support general production and assembly tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical assembly experience

Hand tools

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Independent & team work

Job description

Assembly Operatives Needed – Clevedon

Location: Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21

Transport: Own transport required

Pay: Weekly or monthly

Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata

Shift Options

Condensed – Contract (34.5 Hrs)

Fri–Sun: 12:30–00:30

£32.24/hr | Contract: ASAP–20th December

Holiday: Accrued and paid at the end of the contract

AM – Ongoing (37.5 Hrs)

Mon–Thu: 06:00–14:15

Fri: 06:00–11:30

£16.48/hr | Temporary ongoing

£250 gift card after 4-month probation

£500 after 12 months

Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata

PM – Ongoing (37.5 Hrs)

Mon–Wed: 14:30–00:30

Thu: 14:30–00:00

Fri: Non-working

£17.91/hr | Temporary ongoing

£250 gift card after 4-month probation

£500 after 12 months

Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata

About the Role

We are currently recruiting Mechanical Assembly Operatives to join Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon. The company produces specialist vacuum and exhaust management systems used within the semiconductor industry. This is a hands-on role suited to candidates with practical mechanical or engineering experience.

Duties include

• Mechanical assembly of frames, brackets and components
• Building sub-assemblies using tools and equipment
• Installing pipework and mechanical components
• Fitting heaters and insulation to pipe runs
• Following basic engineering drawings and work instructions
• Supporting general production and assembly tasks
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area

What We’re Looking For

• Previous assembly, manufacturing or engineering experience
• Experience using hand tools and working with mechanical parts
• Ability to follow instructions and basic engineering drawings
• Good attention to detail and a practical, hands-on approach
• Reliable and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Mechanic, CNC Operator, Fabricator, Production Operative or similar would be beneficial