Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Coryton; On-site; GBP 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution business is seeking a Mechanical Technician at London Gateway Port. The role involves mechanical maintenance and repairs within a busy distribution centre. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, experience in fault-finding, and familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics. Competitive salary package of £62,500 plus bonus, alongside excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Competitive Pension Scheme

Opportunity for Career Progression

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical maintenance, installations, and fault-finding.
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations within a busy distribution centre.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults to minimise downtime.
• Conducting routine servicing and inspections of mechanical equipment.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault-finding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Reading mechanical drawings

Working at heights

Education

Recognised mechanical qualification (Min NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3)

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Technician - Leading Distribution Business

Salary: £62,500 (+ Bonus up to 10% = Circa £6000)

Shift: Panama - 2s and 3s (Days and Nights)

Location: London Gateway Port, Stanford-le-Hope

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician/Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading distribution business at London Gateway Port. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, ensuring the smooth operation of mechanical systems within a large-scale logistics facility.

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical qualification (Min NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3)
• Experience with mechanical maintenance, installations, and fault-finding
• Strong understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Experience working with cranes, conveyors, gearboxes, motors, and bearings
• MUST BE COMFORTABLE WORKING AT HEIGHTS

Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations within a busy distribution centre
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults to minimise downtime
• Conducting routine servicing and inspections of mechanical equipment
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards

Benefits

• Excellent Salary Package and Bonus Scheme
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Opportunity for Career Progression
• Working for a well-financed Multinational Business

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company offering stability, career progression, and a competitive salary. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.

For further details contact Lewis Wall at Pioneer Selection.

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