Mechanical Technician

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering firm in Bedford is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join their Facilities team. You will perform maintenance and fault-finding on various plant equipment. The role includes a 6-week rotating shift pattern and provides structured training for career progression. Candidates should possess recognized Mechanical Engineering qualifications and be eager to develop new skills.

Benefits

Shift premium

Training

Qualification support

Qualifications

• Recognised Mechanical Engineering qualifications.
• Previous Mechanical Engineering experience.
• Keen to develop electrical skills and gain further industry qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and fault-finding across a broad range of plant equipment.
• Complete structured internal and external training.
• Work a 6-week rotating shift pattern.

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Technician - Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 + Shift Premium + Training + Qualification Support
Location: Bedford (Commutable from: Milton Keynes, Ampthill, Letchworth Garden City, Hitchin, Stevenage, Biggleswade, Luton, Leighton Buzzard, St Neots, Sandy, Cranfield)

Are you a Mechanical Engineer/Technician or from an ex forces/REME background seeking a long-term career within a specialist sector, with access to excellent training, professional development, and overtime opportunities?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation that actively invests in its people through structured training programmes and ongoing support. The company has an established reputation and a dedicated workforce. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to expand their Facilities team with the addition of a skilled Technician.

In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out maintenance and fault-finding across a broad range of plant equipment. Comprehensive training will be provided to build expertise in specialist systems and technologies. This position would suit an individual with Mechanical Engineering qualifications and experience who is looking to further their technical skills through industry-leading training and career progression opportunities.

The Role

• Mechanical Facilities Technician
• 6-week rotating shift pattern working earlies, lates and nights (with shift premium)
• Structured internal and external training

The Candidate

• Recognised Mechanical Engineering qualifications
• Previous Mechanical Engineering experience
• Keen to develop electrical skills and gain further industry qualifications

Reference Number: BBBH262689
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sagar Sherchan at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.