Assembly Technician – Mechanical Assembly (Malmesbury)

About the role

Our client in Malmesbury is seeking an Assembly Technician to join a busy production team. You will work on a range of mechanical components in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, ensuring high‑quality assembly and meeting tight deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical assembly and fitting of bearings, sprockets, gearboxes and related equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications to produce accurate builds.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Perform quality inspections and flag any component or assembly issues.
• Maintain health and safety standards throughout the workshop.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist team development.

Required profile

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing or fitting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings confidently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good physical fitness for manual handling duties.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new skills.

Required skills

• Mechanical assembly
• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Hand tools
• Power tools
• Quality inspection
• Electrical assembly (desirable)
• Crane certification (desirable)
• Scissor lift licence (desirable)
• Forklift licence (desirable)

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate £13.50‑£14.50
• Full‑time and part‑time shift patterns
• Training and development opportunities
• Safe, modern workshop environment