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Semi Skilled Engineer

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United Kingdomfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Oct 2026
💰 £30,000/yr

About the role

Semi-Skilled Assembly Engineer

£30,000 per annum | Day Shifts | Early Friday Finish | 33 Days Holiday

ES Recruit are recruiting for a Semi-Skilled Assembly Engineer to join an established manufacturing business. This is a hands-on position primarily focused on mechanical assembly, component fitting and building engineered products within a busy manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will work as part of the production team, assembling mechanical components and equipment from engineering drawings, ensuring all work is completed to the required quality standards.

Who the Role Would Suit

This role would suit someone with experience in mechanical assembly, fitting, production assembly or semi-skilled engineering. You should be confident using hand tools, power tools and basic workshop machinery, with the ability to read engineering drawings and follow assembly instructions. A City & Guilds Level 1 or 2 in Engineering would be beneficial but is not essential.

Key Responsibilities

Carrying out mechanical assembly of components, parts and equipment to engineering specifications

Building and fitting mechanical assemblies using hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, assembly diagrams and technical instructions

Drilling, cutting, fastening and fitting components as part of the assembly process

Using drills, bandsaws and other workshop machinery to prepare components for assembly

Checking assembled components for correct fit, alignment and overall quality

Identifying and reporting any assembly issues, defects or incorrect components

Working closely with supervisors and other team members to meet production targets

Carrying out basic mechanical adjustments and rework where required

Manual handling of materials and components up to 25kg

Maintaining a clean, safe and organised assembly area

Ensuring all assembly work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards

Salary & Working Hours

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Working Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm

Friday: 7:30am - 11:30am

Benefits

33 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Company sick pay scheme after qualifying period

Attendance bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Death in service benefit

Early finish every Friday

Apply Now

If you have experience in mechanical assembly, engineering assembly, fitting or semi-skilled manufacturing and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.

To apply, contact Toni at ES Recruit or send over your CV for more information

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