Trainee Assembly Technician

Astec Industries Europe Limited; Omagh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec in Omagh is seeking a Trainee Assembly Technician to gain hands-on experience in world-class manufacturing. You will work with fabricated parts, use a range of tools, and learn from experienced mentors while following detailed drawings and digital models.

As you progress, you will take on more complex tasks and contribute to projects that support global equipment manufacture. This role offers clear growth opportunities in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Strong practical aptitude and interest in mechanical assembly.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to learn to read assembly drawings and digital models.
• Commitment to safe working practices and quality workmanship.
• Team player who works well under production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assembling, fitting, and installing components for Astec equipment.
• Using hand, power, and pneumatic tools to complete tasks to a high standard.
• Following technical drawings, digital models, and work instructions.
• Ensuring quality and safety are priorities.

Skills

Strong practical aptitude

Reading assembly drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Vocational or engineering training

Mechanical training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Trainee Assembly Technician

Join Astec, a global leader where we believe in the power of connection. With a team of over 4,000 dedicated employees, we are building the future by creating the roads and infrastructure that connect communities. We are looking for creative problem solvers to join our Final Assembly team in Omagh.

As a Trainee Assembly Technician, you will be at the heart of our manufacturing process. This role is perfect for someone with a practical mindset who is eager to develop their experience in a world-class manufacturing environment. You will report to the Production Lead and work closely with experienced colleagues and mentors to learn the ropes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assembling, fitting, and installing components for Astec's innovative equipment.
• Using a variety of hand, power, and pneumatic tools to complete tasks to the highest standard.
• Following technical drawings, digital models, and work instructions.
• Ensuring quality and safety are the top priorities in all you do.

We invest heavily in skills training and offer clear opportunities for career development. If you are ready to build your career with a company that values innovation and teamwork, connect with us today.

About the role

As a Trainee Assembly Technician, your day-to-day will be a hands-on experience in building world-class machinery. You'll work with fabricated and machined parts, using a range of tools to assemble components according to detailed drawings and digital models. This isn't just a job; it's a craft you will learn and perfect with the guidance of experienced mentors and team leaders.

This role offers fantastic growth opportunities. You'll start with defined tasks and, as your skills develop, you will take on more complex challenges, including basic adjustments and rework. The ability to move between different assembly operations means you'll gain a broad skill set. You are a key part of a team building the innovative equipment that Astec is known for, contributing directly to projects that have a global impact.

About the company

Since 1985, Telestack has transformed from a small engineering firm into a global leader in mobile bulk material handling solutions by successfully exploring gaps in the market and offering bespoke engineered solutions to meet the needs of their customers. The respected company have built a leading portfolio of mobile bulk material handling equipment and now offer the widest range of mobile conveyors in the international marketplace. Offering Ship loaders, Ship Unloaders, Hopper Feeders, Truck Unloaders, Bulk Reception Feeders, Stockpiling Conveyors, Link Conveyors and Telescopic Stackers, Telestack have thousands of custom-designed global installations in a range of applications.

Required Criteria

• A strong practical aptitude and a genuine interest in mechanical assembly and machine building.
• Ability to carefully follow both verbal and written instructions.
• A willingness to learn how to read assembly drawings, digital models and technical information.
• Good attention to detail with a strong commitment to safe working practices and quality workmanship.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work to production standards and deadlines.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively as part of a team and accept constructive feedback.

Desired Criteria

• Previous experience in manufacturing, engineering, construction, agriculture, vehicle maintenance or another practical environment.
• Basic experience using hand or power tools, gained through work, education or personal projects.
• Basic computer confidence for accessing work instructions and recording production information.
• Relevant vocational, engineering or mechanical training.

Skills you’ll need