Skilled Mechanical Operatives - Multiple Shifts Available

Pertemps; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift cards

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Pertemps are recruiting Skilled Mechanical Operatives for Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon. You will support the production line by assembling cabinets, pump frames and sub-assemblies to the specified quality.

Role requires reading drawings, using hand and power tools, and following build notes. You will work across shifts on site, contributing to efficient machine builds and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly/fitting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Experience with P&IDs, basic electrical wiring, testing, fault finding or leak testing would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical systems, cabinets and pump frames.
• Fit sub-assemblies to cabinets or frames.
• Prepare components and cabinets for build.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and layout diagrams.
• Use P&IDs to support machine builds.
• Carry out basic wiring connections and connect electrical devices where required.
• Perform leak testing and fault finding on assembled units.
• Follow build notes and technical instructions.
• Maintain high workmanship and product quality.
• Carry out rework, corrections and modifications when required.
• Maintain 5S standards and a clean, organised work environment.
• Use hand and power tools safely.
• Complete production documentation accurately.
• Identify and report issues with materials, documentation or assembly.
• Support other production areas when required.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Problem solving

P&IDs familiarity

Electrical wiring basics

Tools

P&IDs

Electrical wiring

Power tools

Job description

Skilled Mechanical 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

£35.73/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

£18.26/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

£19.85/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

Pertemps are currently recruiting Skilled Mechanical Operatives on behalf of Edwards Vacuum, based in Clevedon.

This role will support the production line by building mechanical abatement systems and pump frames prior to final testing. You will be responsible for assembling cabinets, installing sub-assemblies and building machines to the correct specification and quality standards.

Duties include:

• Assemble mechanical systems, cabinets and pump frames
• Fit sub-assemblies to cabinets or frames
• Prepare components and cabinets ready for build
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and layout diagrams
• Use P&IDs to support machine builds
• Carry out basic wiring connections and connect electrical devices where required
• Perform leak testing and fault finding on assembled units
• Follow build notes and technical instructions
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality
• Carry out rework, corrections and modifications when required
• Maintain 5S standards and a clean, organised work environment
• Use hand and power tools safely
• Complete production documentation accurately
• Identify and report issues with materials, documentation or assembly
• Support other production areas when required

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in mechanical assembly or fitting
• Ability to read and interpret technical and mechanical drawings
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Good problem-solving skills
• Experience with P&IDs, basic electrical wiring, testing, fault finding or leak testing would be advantageous