Mechanical Technician

JR United Kingdom; Stansted Mountfitchet; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global designer and manufacturer seeks a Mechanical Technician in Stansted Mountfitchet. The role involves repairing and testing mechanical components in a collaborative environment. Competitive salary and various perks offered.

Benefits

Company Pension

25 Days Annual Leave

Health Allowance

Career Progression

Annual Pay Reviews

Free Onsite Parking

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting compliance manuals.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Repair, test, and overhaul valve & cylinder assemblies.
• Inspect parts and replace defective items.
• Hydrostatic testing of cylinders.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

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Aeropeople Ltd

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Salary: up to £32,000 per annum dependent upon experience

Aeropeople have partnered with a global designer and manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices who are now looking to hire a permanent Mechanical Technician, to be based at their site in Stansted. The successful candidate would be expected to be on site 5 days per week.

Established more than 60 years ago, the company employ more than 21,000 employees in 35 different countries. They are a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets, recognised as a global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets.

As a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices they offer specialised services for more than 5,000 components over a variety of aircraft systems with capabilities covering aircraft windings, electrical power, hydraulic components, landing gear and safety equipment’s.

This role is working a 39 hour week. Hours of work are Monday - Thursday: 8am- 4.30pm and Friday: 8am- 4pm. A 9 day fortnight is available to those who want it.

Main Responsibilities:

• To repair, test and overhaul valve & cylinder assemblies and undertake hydrostatic testing of cylinders and charging of complete assemblies (up to 4500 PSI)
• Strip down of valve assemblies
• Replace standard spares as part of the overhaul process
• Inspect individual parts and replace defective items.
• Thorough clean of components
• Build-up valve assemblies ready for testing on various flow rigs
• Hydrostatic testing of cylinders in accordance with Department of Transport requirements
• Re-assembly of the valve and cylinder components
• Charge the complete assemblies to pressures of up to 4500 PSI
• Provide ad hoc support, as required, to the safety inflatable team
• Basic salary up to £32,000 dependent upon experience
• Overtime available at x 1.5 normal rate during the week/ x 2 normal rate at weekends
• Company pension (6% employer/ 3% employee)
• Salary sacrifice twice per year
• 25 days Annual Leave (increases to 26 after 10 years’ service) plus Bank holidays
• Option to work a 9 day fortnight
• Westfield health allowance towards services of employee’s choosing
• Career progression available and qualifications/ training funded by company
• Annual pay reviews as standard/ additional pay reviews through progression
• Early Finish on Friday
• Free onsite parking
• Life Assurance x 4 salary
• Monthly Wellness Breakfast
• Employee assistance programme
• Company days out
• Charity events
• Employee discount scheme through pension provider (Aon)
• Long Service Awards
• Vouchers to reward non sickness

About You:

• Prior working experience of interpreting and following in detail compliance manuals (essential)
• Numerate and literate – minimum GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
• Ability to work well in multi-discipline/cross-functional teams
• Working within a small team of skilled technicians, reliability, flexibility and team work are key skill requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build close-knit relationships
• Strong organisation skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines and multi task whilst maintaining a high degree of quality, workmanship and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Strong communicator (written and verbal)
• Positive, enthusiastic, confident and motivated

About Aeropeople:

Whether you’re looking for your next job or searching out the next superstar to join your team…

Aeropeople’s expertise and experience is entrenched in the aerospace, aviation, engineering, motorsport, automotive, and defence industries. We have the insight and know-how at both a local and international level to help bring people and businesses together, saving time and energy. Our capability is validated through our Engineering Services division encompassing Aircraft Line Maintenance services and Continuing Airworthiness Maintenance Organisation (CAMO), combined with our Aviation Training division offering technical training aircraft courses.

During registration, please let us know where you are currently located or which locations you would consider taking a position in, required salary and notice period.

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