Job Description
Position: Production Assembly Technician
Location: Stroud, GL6 0BS
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: £TBD per hour (with additional earning available with overtime)
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am - 4:30pm, 7:30am – 2:00pm Early Finish Friday (40 Hours)
About Fluid Transfer International
Fluid Transfer International is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative refuelling solutions for the aviation, military, and marine industries. Established in 1967, we have delivered world-class refuelling systems for over five decades, supported by our commitment to unparalleled service and support.
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Production Assembly Technician to join our experienced and dedicated engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing company products to exacting standards and quality specifications as defined by technical drawings and written instructions.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute engineering duties including sub-assembly production fitting and final assembly operations
- Assemble mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic components and sub-assemblies
- Produce and build fabricated assemblies of varying size and complexity, including:
o Marking out and cutting materials
o Folding and pipe bending
o Weld joint preparation
o Hydraulic and pneumatic system installation
o General production build assemblies
· Verify complete assemblies for alignment, dimensions, and quality standards
· Adhere to company Health & Safety policies and procedures
· Maintain responsibility for personal safety and the safety of colleagues
· Comply with all safety rules and supervisor instructions
Required Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Solid engineering background with relevant industry experience
- Proficiency in interpreting manufacturing drawings, general arrangement drawings, and sub-assembly drawings
- Competent use of hand and power tools for assembling large and small fabricated components
- Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical circuitry
- Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving abilities
- Team player with the ability to work independently and on own initiative
- Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
Desirable:
- Experience in vehicle fabricating/fitting
- Background in aviation, military, marine, or similar industries
- Knowledge of basic electrical assembly and ability to read electrical circuit drawings
Compensation & Benefits
Pay & Incentives:
- Hourly rate: £TBD (dependent on experience)
- Production bonus
- Tool bonus
- Overtime opportunities
Benefits Package:
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Increasing to 24 days after 5 years' service
- Increasing to 25 days after 10 years' service
- Company pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Free on-site parkingCompany Benefits Portal offering Discount and Health and Wellbeing Support
Professional Development:
· Career progression opportunities
· Skills development within an experienced team environment
Working Arrangements
· Schedule: (with additional earning available with overtime)
· Location: In person at our Nailsworth Mills Estate facility, Stroud
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply with:
· Current CV
· Contact telephone number
· Confirmation of right to work in the UK
Please note: Previous applicants need not reapply.
Fluid Transfer International is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our dedication to engineering excellence and quality.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,080.00-£34,944.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
