Assembly Technician

Location: Walsall, West Midlands

Salary: Up to £30,000 (Negotiable, dependant on experience)

Benefits:

30 Days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)

Training and development opportunities

Nest pension plan

Company Profile:

A world leading manufacturing and development company who supply specialist equipment to the MOD, Military and Defence sectors are currently expanding their team.

The company systems are used by leading organisations across defence, emergency response, and energy sectors. Committed to safety at the point where it matters most, helping customers deal with challenging environments across the world.

Company Culture:

Mission-led work – what we do keeps people safe around the world

Small team, big impact – your contribution will be visible and valued

World-class customers – work alongside organisations at the front line of HAZMAT, defence, and emergency response

Job Profile:

This growing, innovative organisation is seeking a hands-on Assembly Technician to join the team in the West Midlands.

This is a workshop-based role ideal for someone with mechanical aptitude who wants to develop a long-term technical career in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

This position is also well-suited to recent apprentices or early-career technicians who are eager to learn and build a future in specialist engineering.

The Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior technician, apprentice, or mechanical fitter to get involved with the full lifecycle of our products - from build and test, to servicing and upgrades.

You'll be part of a small, skilled team assembling precision mechanical and electrical systems, carrying out routine servicing and repairs, and supporting commissioning processes.

You’ll be supported with structured learning and hands-on training in machining, pneumatics, electronics, and system testing.

You’ll gain exposure to real engineering challenges and work alongside experienced professionals keen to help you grow.

We actively encourage development and can offer clear pathways into more senior service, engineering, or project-based roles as your experience grows.

Duties:

Assist in the assembly and integration of mechanical/electrical systems

Carry out routine servicing, inspection, and minor repairs on returned equipment

Support system testing, quality checks, and documentation

Maintain workshop tools, equipment, and work areas

Learn and apply machining, fitting, and diagnostic techniques

Work closely with engineers and service staff to support ongoing projects

Skills & Attributes:

Hands-on experience in a mechanical or technical role (e.g., fitter, technician, apprentice-trained role)

A relevant qualification (e.g., HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or successful completion of an engineering apprenticeship)

A practical, problem-solving mindset and a strong desire to learn

Familiarity with hand tools, basic assembly methods, and technical drawings

Strong attention to detail and good communication skills

Comfortable working in a small, close-knit technical team

Applicants must be UK and be born in the UK due to the nature of the company being MOD

Hours of Work:

39.5 hours per week

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am to 4pm, Friday: 7:30am to 1pm

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