Full time

Assembly Operative

Pertemps Bristol Industrial

Bristol, Bristol, BS1 5LL

£12.71 per hour

Posted: 05 August 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 04 September 2026

Ref: 60587702

Apply Save

About the Role

Assembly Operative (Bristol) – £12.71 per hour, full-time, temp-to-perm. Based in Pucklechurch (BS16), this manufacturing role involves assembling refrigeration units from engineering drawings, fitting mechanical parts, and installing insulation. You will use jib and gantry cranes to position compressors, working Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00. Immediate starts are available. Applicants should be reliable, comfortable reading technical instructions, and capable of maintaining quality standards throughout production. Previous assembly or industrial experience is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided. This position suits those seeking steady, long-term employment within a growing operation. Apply through Pertemps Bristol Industrial to be considered for this ongoing contract.

🚨 IMMEDIATE START – TEMP TO PERM OPPORTUNITY 🚨
MANUFACTURING ASSEMBLY OPERATIVES NEEDED BS16
(📍 Pucklechurch BS16)
💷 £12.71 per hour
🕒 Shift Pattern Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00
You’ll work a consistent 5-day monday - friday pattern:
We’re recruiting reliable Assembly Operatives to join a busy and growing operation in Pucklechurch. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering long-term stability for the right candidates.
🔧 Your Duties Will Include:
Industrial/Manufacturing (around 75–85%) The core responsibilities are production-focused:

Assembling refrigeration units from existing designs.
Following engineering drawings and work instructions.
Fitting mechanical components.
Using jib/gantry cranes to install compressors.
Installing insulation (lagging).
Maintaining quality standards and health & safety.
Working to production schedules.

These are typical manufacturing operative duties found in a factory or workshop.
Technical Engineering (around 15–25%) There are some technical aspects:

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
Identifying discrepancies in drawings or components.
Understanding mechanical assemblies.
Working with refrigeration equipment.
Carrying out testing/inspection (preferred experience).

These tasks require technical aptitude, but you're using engineering information, not creating it
💬 What We’re Looking For:
Good level of English (essential for instructions & safety)
Previous Manufacturing or assembly operative roles preffered
Reliable, punctual, and hard-working
Comfortable with physical work and being on your feet
⚠️ Important:
This is an active Production Assembly role involving manual handling, so you must be comfortable with physical tasks throughout your shift.
📢 Ready to start? Apply now — these roles are filling quickly!

Apply