Mechanical Assembly & Pipe Fitter

Job: Mechanical Assembly / Pipe Fitter

Location: Severn Beach, Bristol

Pay Rate: £18.70/hr (AM), £21.25/hr (PM), Overtime £25.50/hr

Shift Pattern: Rotating shifts (Early & Afternoon)

ASAP start: Following successful Trades Test

Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of a leading high‑technology engineering organisation for a Mechanical Assembly & Pipe Fitter to join their production team in Severn Beach, Bristol. This is an initial 6‑month fixed‑term contract, with extension for candidates who demonstrate strong performance and adaptability. You’ll work on the assembly of complex, high‑precision systems used in cutting‑edge scientific and industrial applications, including semiconductors, medical devices, electric vehicles, and advanced computing.

• Assemble complex systems, sub‑assemblies, and components to ISO and quality standards
• Carry out stainless steel pipe fitting (¼½), vacuum systems, and pneumatic assemblies
• Ensure builds meet BOM requirements and customer specifications
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve build issues efficiently
• Record and report technical issues using FRACAS or similar systems
• Act as a technical point of reference and mentor less experienced technicians
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, housekeeping, and Health & Safety
• Support 5S initiatives and continuous improvement projects

• Weekly rotating shifts
• Early shift (Monday‑Thursday) 06:00‑14:00, (Friday) 06:00‑11:00
• Afternoon shift (Monday‑Thursday) 14:00‑22:00, (Friday) 06:00‑11:00
• Enhanced shift and overtime rates apply

• Time‑served mechanical apprenticeship, City & Guilds Part 3, or equivalent
• HND, HNC, or BTEC Level 3 qualification
• Precision mechanical fitting experience, including:
  • Machining (milling and turning)
  • Vacuum and pneumatic systems
  • Pipe bending and fitting (stainless steel, ¼½)
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Strong fault‑finding and corrective action skills
• PC literacy

• Electrical qualifications
• Combined mechanical, electrical, and electronic assembly experience
• Experience in semiconductor or cleanroom manufacturing environments

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