Mechanical Technician
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Plymouth
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£52,918 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS
Mechanical Engineering
Installation and alignment
Engineering drawings interpretation
Fault finding
NVQ Level 3
Hydraulic systems
Pneumatic systems
Safety compliance
FULL DESCRIPTION
Mechanical Technician
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£36951 - £52918 per annum - Permanent - On-site
Reference: 42801_1776751506 - Posted: 21/04/2026
Job Description
We're recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join a large, safety-critical engineering environment supporting complex marine and industrial systems.
The Role
You'll be involved in a variety of hands-on engineering tasks, including:
- Installation, alignment, and assembly of mechanical components
- Working from detailed engineering drawings and specifications
- Maintenance, repair, and overhaul of mechanical systems
- Fault finding, testing, and commissioning activities
- Use of hand tools, workshop machinery, and specialist equipment
This role offers exposure to large-scale projects and technically challenging work within a structured engineering environment.
What We're Looking For
- NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering/Fitting
- Experience working in a marine environment (desirable)
- Experience within heavy industry, marine, defence, or manufacturing
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems (hydraulic, pneumatic, rotating equipment)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Safety-focused mindset and experience working in regulated environments
Additional Information
- Security Clearance (SC) required
- Medical assessment required prior to start
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