Craft Technician

We are currently looking for Electrical & Mechanical Technicians to join a leading manufacturing company based in Crawley. This hands-on role involves the build and assembly of special purpose machinery, including mechanical fitting, electrical wiring, and working to tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and assemble various types of special purpose machinery and sub-assemblies from scratch
• Precision mechanical fitting and assembly work
• Point-to-point wiring, cable crimping, and termination
• Use a range of hand tools (spanners, screwdrivers, ratchet sets) and power tools
• Read and work from detailed engineering drawings
• Use of measuring equipment such as Verniers and Micrometers
• Experience with vacuum systems is beneficial
• Must be able to work to very tight tolerances
• Previous experience building complex machinery is essential

Pay Rates (PAYE)

• Training Rate: £14.01 per hour
• Standard Shift Rate: £16.11 per hour
• Overtime 1.5 (OT 1.5x): £21.02 per hour
• Emergency Overtime (x2.00): £28.02 per hour

Working Hours

• Training Period:
• 6:30 am - 3:30 pm (Monday to Friday)
• After Training:
• 6:30 am - 6:30 pm (4 days on / 4 days off)

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Onsite parking