Mechanical Assembly Technicians

Morson Talent; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall Land Systems is seeking skilled Mechanical Assembly Technicians for ongoing projects in Cambridge. The role involves assembling military vehicles using engineering drawings, ensuring high-quality standards in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have mechanical experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, fitting, or joining required.
• Ability to read engineering drawings essential.
• Experience in automotive or heavy industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing and assembling projects using engineering drawings.
• Operating powered drill guns and using pneumatic rivet guns.
• Maintaining safety standards and clean work environment.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Communication

Education

City and Guilds Apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview:

Marshall Land Systems is hiring skilled Mechanical Assembly Technicians to join their production teams at their site in Cambridge (postcode CB5 8RX). The role is crucial in high-profile military projects involving the production of vehicles and containers. Your ideas and contributions will be valued in a company that prioritizes its people.

Pay Rates: GBP19.69/hour (plus GBP2.89/hour holiday pay, total GBP22.58/hour). Overtime rates: GBP29.54/hour (over 37 hours & Saturday) and GBP39.38/hour (Sunday). Umbrella rates are available; ask for details.

Duration: Ongoing, initially 6-12 months with potential for extension and permanence. Core hours are Monday to Thursday, 7:15 am - 3:45 pm, with a half-day finish on Friday at 12:15 pm.

Duties include:

• Manufacturing, assembling, and building projects using engineering drawings and design data.
• Installing rivets with pneumatic rivet guns.
• Using silicone and sealants with various preparation methods.
• Operating battery and electric-powered drill guns.
• Wearing appropriate PPE and maintaining safety standards.
• Working from engineering drawings, instructions, and 3D models.
• Assembling panels and parts, torquing, and recording work.
• Following health, safety, and company procedures.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Working alone or in pairs to meet daily targets.
• Fettling with calibrated tools.
• Recording progress and signing in via computers.
• Inspecting and recording work before passing to the next stage.
• Treating panels with chemicals like Sicoseal.
• Drilling, reaming, and countersinking various materials.
• Supporting production managers and team leaders to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Understanding configuration control and maintaining production processes.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives like lean and 5S.
• Attending production meetings and completing daily timesheets.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Mechanical, fitting, or joining experience.
• Experience in automotive or heavy industry preferred.
• Experience in vehicle body building, mechanical fitting, or similar trades beneficial.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand assembly processes.
• Good communication skills.

Desirable:

• City and Guilds Apprenticeship or equivalent in relevant trades.
• Experience with appraisals/PDRs.
• Semi-skilled candidates with manufacturing/production experience considered.

Suitable backgrounds include coach builders, kitchen fitters, sheet metal workers, fabricators, joiners, shop fitters, and vehicle installers.

About Marshall Land Systems:

Based in the UK with operations in Canada, Marshall Land Systems specializes in deployable infrastructure and mission support for humanitarian, defense, and security operations worldwide. Core services include designing and manufacturing systems for military vehicles and providing full lifecycle support.