Industrial Mechanical Technician: Heavy Gearboxes

7 Steel UK; Newport; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship training

Job summary

7 Steel UK in Wales (Newport) invites motivated individuals to join our Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship. You'll gain hands-on experience with large-scale gearboxes, cranes, and hydraulic systems while completing an NVQ Level 3.

Work will cover maintenance, safety, and real-world problem solving on conveyors, pumps, and motors. The role emphasises training, safety, and progression within a leading steel recycling operation.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering (Minimum NVQ Level 3)
• Experience of Permit Systems, Mechanical Safety and Isolations
• Repair and maintenance experience in Gearboxs and Motors
• Previous experience of Coupling Realignment and realignment tools
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics experience desirable
• Experience with conveyors and belts desirable
• Experience with water pumps maintenance desirable

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service large-scale mechanical systems and equipment.
• Assist in installation and realignment of gearboxes and motors.
• Work with conveyors, pumps and hydraulic/pneumatic systems to troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Permit Systems

Mechanical Safety

Isolations

Gearbox Maintenance

Motors Maintenance

Coupling Realignment

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Conveyors

Water Pumps

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

7 Steel UK in Wales (Newport) invites motivated individuals to join our Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship. You'll gain hands-on experience with large-scale gearboxes, cranes, and hydraulic systems while completing an NVQ Level 3.

Work will cover maintenance, safety, and real-world problem solving on conveyors, pumps, and motors. The role emphasises training, safety, and progression within a leading steel recycling operation.