Our client is looking to recruit a Mechanical Technician based at their Basildon purpose built site. They design and manufacture production line equipment are keen to recruit a Mechanical Technician to carry out fitting and assembly work with occasional worldwide travel to install equipment at client sites.

What's on offer?

• 37.5 hours per week on flexitime basis
• 23 days holiday plus discretionary days and bank holidays
• Life and accident insurance available immediately
• Pension scheme available after 3 months with company contribution of up to 8% after 2 years' service
• Private healthcare scheme after 2 years.

Duties:

• Working from assembly drawings to fit and assemble equipment on the factory floor
• Work within a team to conduct trials and tests on machinery
• Piping, testing and fault-finding pneumatic logic circuits
• Carry out assembly, commissioning, support and service work at customers' sites
• Participate in specialist product training

Requirements:

• Good basic engineering skills including machining, fitting, assembly, fault finding and pneumatic skills are required.
• Must have a recognised Engineering qualification or have completed an engineering apprenticeship
• Must be able to work from assembly drawings
• Must be able to produce a high-quality finish and output level.
• The ability to work within a team with excellent attention to detail and good problem solving skills is a must
• Practical engineering experience, particularly in mechanical assembly and machining is essential
• Exposure to pneumatics & installation/commissioning work at customer sites would be a benefit
• Must be willing to undertake overseas travel on occasion

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future are not eligible to apply for this vacancy.

Call Julia @ prime appointments if you would like to discuss this role further.