Precision Mechanical Technician – Assembly & Quality (Bristol)

CPS Group (UK) Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Technician for a 3-month contract based in Bristol. The ideal candidate must have a mechanical apprenticeship or an equivalent qualification. Responsibilities include building systems and resolving technical issues while maintaining high-quality standards. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £22 - £42 depending on experience, with potential for extension beyond the initial contract.

Qualifications

• Time served Mechanical apprenticeship or City and Guilds part 3 qualification required.
• Must have detail fitting skills to precision level for various mechanical tasks.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build systems, sub-assemblies and piece parts efficiently to achieve build schedules.
• Identify and resolve build problems promptly.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness and safety in build areas.

Skills

Detail fitting skills to precision level

PC skills

Good communication skills

Ability to fault-find and implement corrective action

Highly committed team player

Education

Time served Mechanical apprenticeship or City and Guilds part 3

HND, HNC, or BTech level 3

Tools

Machining (typically milling and turning)

Vacuum and pneumatics

Pipe bending with stainless steel

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Technician for a 3-month contract based in Bristol. The ideal candidate must have a mechanical apprenticeship or an equivalent qualification. Responsibilities include building systems and resolving technical issues while maintaining high-quality standards. This position offers a competitive hourly rate of £22 - £42 depending on experience, with potential for extension beyond the initial contract.