Orion Electrotech
Mechanical Operative
Mechanical Operative at Orion Electrotech, based in Marlow, South East, paying £30,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £30,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Marlow, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Engineering & Manufacturing
36% below the typical rate for engineering & manufacturing
Reference search-jobs/mechanical-operative
About the role
Mechanical Operative
Job title: Mechanical Operative
Location: Marlow
Salary: £30,000 p/a
Working Hours: Flexible Hours
As a Mechanical Operative your duties will include:
- Assembling mechanical sub-assemblies and full products in line with engineering specifications
- Using hand tools and basic machinery to build high-quality components
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and assembly instructions
- Conducting quality checks and inspections to ensure builds meet required standards
- Identifying faults, reporting issues, and carrying out rework when required
- Maintaining a clean and organised work environment
The successful Mechanical Operative will have the below skills and experience:
- Previous experience in a mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or production environment
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical instructions
- Competent in the use of hand tools and assembly equipment
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality
- Good manual dexterity and practical skills
- Experience working within a production or workshop environment
As a Mechanical Operative you will receive the below benefits:
- Compressed 4-day working week available
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell leave
- Overtime paid at time and a half, double time on Sundays
- Private medical insurance
- Discretionary 5% profit bonus
- Pension contribution matched up to 8%
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee assistance programme
If you are interested in this Mechanical Operative role, please click "apply" or contact Charlie at Orion Reading today.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you.
INDMAN
Reference: search-jobs/mechanical-operative · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 5 Dec 2026 · Listed via Orion Electrotech
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