Mechanical Assembly Operative

Position: Mechanical Assembly Operative (Contract)
Location: The Square

Job Title:

Mechanical Assembly Operative

Location:

Calne
Job Type: Ongoing Contract

Hours:

Monday-Thursday: 06:30-15:00

Friday: 06:30-12:00

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer within the rail industry, seeking an experienced Mechanical Assembly Operative to join their HVAC overhaul and assembly department. This role is ideally suited to candidates with a background in mechanical engineering, rail, or HVAC systems, who are comfortable working in a structured, quality-driven shop floor environment.

Key Responsibilities

Working as part of a skilled engineering team, you will be responsible for the overhaul, rebuild, and reassembly of railway air conditioning units, ensuring all work meets defined specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Strip-down, rebuild, and reassemble rail HVAC units

Fit and replace components (fans, coils, heaters)

Test units to ensure performance and reliability

Follow manuals, drawings, and quality procedures

Maintain a safe, organised workshop

Requirements:

Mechanical or engineering experience in rail, HVAC, or manufacturing

Strong manual dexterity and assembly skills

Experience using hand tools and following engineering instructions

Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Team player with reliable work history

Benefits:

Immediate starts

Full on-site training

Stable day-shifts with early finish on Fridays

Work in a supportive, established engineering environment

If you have a mechanical engineering background and are looking for an opportunity within the rail and HVAC sector, we would like to hear from you.

👉 Send your CV today for immediate consideration