Manufacturing Technician Mechanical - Thursday - Saturday Night Shift

Thales; Templecombe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading training

Opportunities for growth

Development and coaching from industry experts

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Templecombe is seeking a Manufacturing Technician Mechanical to perform mechanical assembly operations and troubleshoot issues. The role operates on a Thursday to Saturday night shift and requires basic PC skills along with experience in manufacturing environments. Competitive training and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience/understanding of mechanical assembly and production environments.
• Hands-on individual able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic PC skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly operations in accordance with routings and instructions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues to minimise downtime.
• Ensure equipment and tools are maintained to workshop standards.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Troubleshooting

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Manufacturing Technician Mechanical - Thursday - Saturday Night Shift

Thales – Templecombe, United Kingdom

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom. The role is on‑site within our Underwater Systems division, operating in the Towed Array manufacturing cell.

Shift: Thursday – Saturday night shift with 30% uplift + additional Saturday payment.

What the role has to offer:

• Deliver a world‑class Sonar system that supports Royal Navy operational excellence.
• Build your career with Thales, a company committed to your growth.

Key Responsibilities and tasks:

• Perform mechanical assembly operations in accordance with routings, manufacturing instructions, wiring schedules, and drawings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues to minimise downtime and maintain operational efficacy.
• Ensure equipment and tools are used and maintained to workshop standards.

About You:

• Hands‑on individual able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Capable of working to manufacturing instructions.
• Experience/understanding of mechanical assembly and production environments.
• Focused on meeting deadlines with good time‑management and prioritisation skills.
• Basic PC skills required.

What We Can Offer: Market‑leading training, development and coaching from industry experts. Opportunities for growth within a diverse, global organisation.

Thales is an equal opportunities employer. Diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.

Security clearance: This role requires SC clearance. If you do not currently hold it, you must achieve, maintain and renew SC clearance.