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.

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For further information please contact Sarah Clarke.