Mechanical Assembly Technician

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare cashback scheme

5% contributory pension

Life Insurance

Discounted gym membership

Free on-site parking

Training and career progression

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment are seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician in Milton Keynes to join a growing team in the powered access and MEWP industry. The role involves assembling prototype and development machines, including mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components, from engineering drawings and instructions.

The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical assembly or engineering, a relevant qualification or apprenticeship, and strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly, engineering or manufacturing.
• Practical ability to read engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble prototype and development machines.
• Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical assembly.
• Work from engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• Use hand and power tools to complete assembly work.
• Identify and resolve build issues and support engineers with new product development.
• Provide feedback to improve products.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Engineering experience

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Education

Engineering qualification or apprenticeship

Job description

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £16.64 per hour, increasing with experience
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
Hours: 40 hours per week

We are looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician to join an established business within the powered access and MEWP industry.

This is a hands-on role working on prototype and development machines, assembling mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components and helping bring new products from design through to working machines.

The Role

• Assemble prototype and development machines.
• Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical assembly.
• Work from engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• Use hand and power tools to complete assembly work.
• Identify and resolve build issues.
• Support engineers with new product development and design changes.
• Provide practical feedback to improve products.
• Assist with testing and development of new equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, engineering or manufacturing.
• A relevant engineering qualification or apprenticeship is preferred.
• Practical experience with mechanical, hydraulic and/or electrical systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Confident use of hand and power tools.
• Good practical problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience within plant, powered access, agricultural machinery, heavy machinery, vehicles or similar engineering environments would be advantageous.

Benefits

• £16.64 per hour, increasing with experience.
• Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
• Overtime opportunities.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• 5% contributory pension.
• Healthcare cashback scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Premium-rate overtime.
• Free on-site parking.
• Training and career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on new and innovative powered access equipment.

This is a great opportunity for a Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Assembler, Engineering Technician or Assembly Technician looking for a varied, hands-on role within product development.