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Assembly Operative - Mechanical

Precision People
Tingley
6 days ago
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Assembly Operative - Mechanical

Mechanical Bias


Permanent Role - LS27 0TS


Mon‑Fri Day Shifts


£29,000 Per Annum


33 days Holiday, Life Assurance, Overtime, Specialist Training


We are looking for an Assembly Operative / Mechanical Assembler to join a growing workshop team in Leeds. The role involves hands‑on engineering work, including the assembly, repair, and maintenance of diamond tooling and associated equipment.


This role is commutable to Leeds, LS27 and is workshop-based.


Key Responsibilities - Assembly Operative

  • Assemble and re‑tip diamond tooling using hand and machine brazing techniques
  • Operate workshop machinery such as brazing, grinding, and tensioning machines
  • Carry out reboring, milling, and other engineering tasks (training provided)
  • Inspect and test work to ensure it meets required quality standards
  • Support the stores team when needed and assist with workshop operations
  • Work to deadlines and respond promptly to internal and external requests
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain a team‑focused approach
  • Occasionally travel to customer sites to carry out on‑site re‑tipping and repairs

Experience and Skills - Assembly Operative

  • Experience working in a mechanical, fitting, or engineering workshop environment
  • Engineering background preferable
  • Knowledge of brazing, grinding, or similar machinery (training provided where needed)
  • Good attention to detail and commitment to quality work
  • Flexible approach and willingness to learn new skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Opportunity to develop within a growing and respected engineering business

Salary / Package - Assembly Operative

  • £29,000 per annum
  • Monday - Friday Day Shifts 38.75 hours (7:30am-4pm)
  • 33 days holiday (including bank hols)
  • Up to 8% matched pensionOvertime
  • Full training in specialist diamond tooling processes
  • Life Assurance x6

Interested? To apply for this Assembly Operative position, here are your two options:



  1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let s talk through your experience. Ask for Emma Gimore (phone number removed) between 7.30am - 4.30pm.
  2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.

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