Mechanical Technician

The Construction Index Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally respected R&D company is seeking a Mechanical Technician in Bedford. The successful candidate will carry out maintenance on diverse mechanical and hydraulic systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a Mechanical Apprenticeship and have robust experience in industrial environments, with excellent benefits on offer.

Benefits

BUPA

Life Assurance

Sharesave

Pension

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Significant experience installing, maintaining, and repairing industrial plant equipment.
• Ability to coach and mentor less experienced employees.
• Dedication to quality work and continuous skill improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on facility equipment.
• Installs new plant and equipment following supervisory instructions.
• Complies with health, safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Flexibility

Education

Mechanical Apprenticeship

Job description

• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - East
• Town/City: Bedford, Bedfordshire
• Posted: 02/06/2025
• Listed in: Mechanical Trades
• Reference: G2502804_1748886100

Job Description

Catfoss Recruitment Ltd are currently in partnership with a globally respected R&D company that is looking to recruit a Mechanical Technician on a permanent basis to their expanding team.

We are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Mechanical Technician to work as part of the integrated Engineering Services Team, reporting to the Team Leader and responsible for carrying out planned and reactive
maintenance to the facility including installation and modification of the facility.

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN

Typical working hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, Double Days (typical hours are 06:30 - 14.30 and 14.00 - 22:00 on a rotating basis)

Mechanical Technician - Key responsibilities

* Carry out inspections, maintenance and repairs of the equipment involved with the testing facility and mechanical services (planned maintenance).
* Responsible for the repair of plant and equipment during breakdown including fault-finding in accordance with supervisory instructions (reactive maintenance).
* Be responsible for the installation of new plant and equipment in accordance with supervisory instructions and share ideas on design and implementation improvements, as appropriate.
* Compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental procedures providing appropriate input into the preparation of and adherence to risk assessments and method statements.
* Compliance with site security procedures
* Member of Emergency Response team

Mechanical Technician - What do we need from you?

* Mechanical Apprenticeship and/or significant demonstrated experience of installing, maintaining, repairing and inspecting industrial plant equipment and systems, such as:
o High Pressure compressed air systems.
o Water cooling & treatment systems.
o Plant lubrication and hydraulic systems.
o Mechanical machinery and infrastructure, including rotating/reciprocating components (gears, chains, linkages and actuating rods).

* Team player, capable of coaching and mentoring less experienced employees as well as supervision of apprentices as required
* Flexible and positive attitude, willing to go that extra mile to meet deadlines/schedules
* Attention to detail in terms of quality of work
* Drive and commitment to improve own skills and be receptive to new ideas and ways of working
* Self-motivated with good communication and can-do attitude to overcome issues that arise

The successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency.

Excellent benefits including: BUPA, Life Assurance, Sharesave, Pension, 26 days holiday + bank holidays

Mechanical Technician previous suitable job titles: Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Fitter, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Please apply ASAP