Mechanical Assembler - Defence

British citizenship required/no dual nationalities– see Caveat below* ABOUT US Our client is a well-established and expanding manufacturing company, servicing a wide range of industries, including Defence, Rail, and Oil & Gas Sectors (ATEX). Our largest markets are the UK, Europe, and India. They specialise in the design, engineering, manufacture, project management and installation of electrical and electronic equipment for marine vessels and submarines including specialist lights, lighting and switchgear. Full job description THE ROLE Reporting to the Production Manager and as part of the Assembly team, you will be responsible for mechanical assembly for all products in the company catalogue ranging from general light fittings to control & distribution panels supplied to various customers in the defence industry. Your duties will include but not be limited to the following. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY / EXPERIENCE · General Mechanical Assembly · Read and interpret Electrical schematics, blueprints, and diagrams. · Install and connect wiring, cables, and electrical components. · Use of hand tools to assemble electrical components. · Test assembled products for functionality and quality assurance. · Soldering of mechanical/electrical components including LED boards ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS · Previous experience in mechanical assembly or a related field · Strong knowledge of hand tools in electrical assembly · Ability to solder. · Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and diagrams. · Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity Benefits Competitive salary + Over time (when required) Hours of Work: Monday – Thursday 07:30 – 16:00 Friday – 07:30 – 12:30 Holidays 25 Days holiday; a combination of floating days and compulsory factory shutdown over Christmas period. All bank holidays Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 37 per week Application question(s): Are you a British National with no Dual Nationality. This is essential due to the role being involved in sensitive production of parts for the Ministry of Defence and is required for our internal security obligations to the MOD. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Additional leave Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay