Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician/Fitter (Training Role - Workshop Based) Up to £28k + 5 weeks Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Flexitime, Training & Career Development Essex Ref: 25647 This workshop-based position offers full training, making it ideal for someone with a hands-on mechanical background who is looking to develop specialist skills in the build, calibration, testing and overhaul of bespoke mechanical equipment used in industrial machinery. Mechanical Technician - The Role: Build and assemble mechanical units and sub-assemblies Set up mechanical kit on specialist test equipment and carry out calibration Perform functional testing, performance checks and quality inspections Strip down, inspect and overhaul returned units Clean, measure and assess components for wear, tolerances and reuse Follow detailed engineering drawings, work instructions and procedures Produce accurate build reports, test records and service documentation Support senior technicians with complex builds, fault investigations and overhaul work Maintain a safe, organised and high-quality workshop environment Mechanical Technician - The Person: Strong mechanical aptitude with a background in Automotive, Plant, Marine, Industrial or similar environments Hands-on experience using mechanical tools and working with assemblies or precision components Good problem-solving skills and an interest in developing diagnostic abilities Ability to learn technical procedures and follow structured work instructions Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a small technical team Desirable: Mechanical maintenance, Automotive repair or Plant/Industrial equipment experience Understanding of mechanical tolerances or precision measurement Engineering qualification, apprenticeship or relevant vocational training Why Join? Full specialist training and structured development 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays 37-hour working week with flexitime Supportive, specialist engineering environment Opportunity to develop valuable skills within a highly technical field. Located in Essex, this role would be commutable from Braintree, Halstead, Colchester, Clacton-on-Sea, Harwich and other surrounding areas. Looking for a job involved with automation, control systems, process control or systems integration? Register your details on our website where you will find a full list of live positions where a customised automated search process allows immediate access to new vacancies as they are registered. Free, confidential service. For further information please contact Sarah Clarke