Mechanical Engineering Technician

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join their Nottingham facility. This permanent role offers a chance to leverage your military background in a global manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible for maintaining and repairing production machinery, ensuring optimal performance while developing your skills in a supportive atmosphere. With a competitive salary of up to £46,500 and excellent career progression opportunities, this role is perfect for those looking to transition into a rewarding engineering career. Join a team that values precision, practical skills, and a proactive attitude!

Benefits

Pension

Training and career development

Structured shifts

Subsidised canteen

Cycle scheme

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent military trade.
• Strong mechanical repair and fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production machinery including motors and conveyors.
• Conduct fault-finding and lead maintenance activities.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Mechanical repair skills

Experience with pneumatics

Team-oriented attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

ONC in Mechanical Engineering

C&G in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Technician, Nottingham

Client: Staffline Group PLC

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Reference: 3b8c2df5f773

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Mechanical Engineering Technician

Posted on April 16th, 2025

Location: Nottingham

Type of Job: Permanent

Salary: Up to £46,500 + Excellent Package

Contract Type: Permanent, Shift-Based Role

The Client: Global Manufacturer with Career Progression Opportunities

Department: Factory operations and engineering

Role Overview

This role is ideal for individuals transitioning from military service in roles such as Army, Navy, or RAF, with mechanical expertise in areas like weapons, aircraft, tanks, or marine engineering. Your military background, precision, and practical skills will be highly valued in a global manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service, and repair production machinery including motors, gearboxes, packaging lines, and conveyors
• Conduct fault-finding and troubleshooting
• Lead maintenance activities and improve equipment performance
• Apply a solutions-driven approach in a fast-paced environment

Candidate Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 / ONC / C&G in Mechanical Engineering or Armed Forces trade equivalent (REME, RAF, Royal Navy)
• Strong fault-finding and mechanical repair skills
• Experience with pneumatics and machinery (advantageous)
• Proactive, team-oriented attitude with a desire to learn and develop

Benefits

• Secure, permanent role with a global manufacturer
• Salary up to £46,500 plus pension and benefits
• Training and career development in automation, leadership, and reliability
• Structured shifts for work/life balance
• Additional perks: subsidised canteen, cycle scheme, flexible benefits

Additional Information

Many top engineers have transitioned from military roles to thrive in manufacturing. Suitable backgrounds include Mechanical, Maintenance, Multi-skilled, Aircraft, Weapons, Marine, Shift, and Plant Engineers, among others. Omega Resource Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.