Mechanical Technician

Prime-Appointments; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension contributions up to 6%

Free parking

Job summary

Prime-Appointments seeks a Trainee Mechanical Technician in Colchester. Based in a precision workshop, you will learn to build, set up, calibrate, test and overhaul mechanical governors for heavy industrial engines and machinery.

Full training starts from day one, with a clear pathway to long-term progression. The role focuses on assembly, testing, calibration and documentation, with 37 hours per week and benefits including matched pension contributions up to 6% and free parking.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with a background in automotive, plant, marine, agricultural, or industrial mechanics.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools, power tools and mechanical assemblies.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Eagerness to follow structured engineering drawings and instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork in a small, expert team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical governor units and precision sub-assemblies.
• Set up governors on test benches and calibrate to specifications.
• Strip down, inspect, clean and assess returned units for wear and tolerances.
• Complete accurate service records, test reports and quality checks.
• Collaborate with senior technicians on complex builds and fault investigations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on skills

Detail-oriented

Eager to learn

Team player

Education

Engineering qualifications or precision measurement tools experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Salary: GBP26000 - GBP28000 per annum + depending on qualifications and experience

Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Town: Colchester

Salary: up to £28,000 depending on qualifications and experience

Are you mechanically minded with a passion for hands‑on engineering? Looking for a role that offers full specialist training and long‑term career progression? If so, we are seeking a Trainee Mechanical Technician to join a supportive, specialist engineering team in Colchester.

Based entirely in a precision workshop, you will learn to build, set up, calibrate, test, and overhaul mechanical governors used in heavy industrial engines and machinery. No prior governor experience is required as full comprehensive training is provided from day one.

Duties

• Assembly: Build and assemble mechanical governor units and precision sub-assemblies.
• Testing & Calibration: Set up governors on specialist test benches and calibrate to exact specifications.
• Overhaul: Strip down, inspect, clean, and assess returned units and components for wear and tolerances.
• Documentation: Complete accurate service records, test reports, and quality checks.
• Collaboration: Work alongside senior technicians on complex builds and fault investigations.

Skills and Experience

• Mechanical Aptitude: A strong background in automotive, plant, marine, agricultural, or industrial mechanics.
• Hands‑on Skills: Proven experience using hand tools, power tools, and working with mechanical assemblies.
• Detail‑Oriented: High attention to detail, precision, and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• Eagerness to Learn: Ability to follow structured engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• Team Player: Good communication skills and a positive attitude within a small, expert team.
• Qualifications: Any engineering qualifications or experience with precision measurement tools is ideal but not essential.
• Salary up to £28,000 depending on experience and qualifications
• Full training on industry‑standard mechanical governor products.
• 37 hours per week (core hours 8am‑4.45pm Monday to Thursday and 8am‑1pm Friday)
• Matched pension contributions up to 6%
• Free parking

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future can not be considered for this position.